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In the really heartbreaking turn of events, Sri Lankan all -rounder Danith Vellaj When his father faced a major personal loss, Suranga VellageOn Thursday, 18 September died due to a heart attack. The tragedy occurred while Dunith was on the ground, representing his country in one important Asia Cup 2025 Group stage match against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. Unknown to disastrous news, he came to know about his father’s death, as Sri Lanka had won six wickets, a Bitwatch Trimef has put a shadow on his participation in the remaining part of the tournament.

Sad confirmation of Dunith Veller’s father and team support

The disastrous news was confirmed by Sri Lankan cricketer and famous broadcaster in the air Russell ArnoldWho was commenting on the match. Arnold, who knew Suranga from his days in school cricket, expressed his condolences, sharing that the news was conveyed to Dunith soon after the team’s successful pursuit of 170.

According to Sri Lankan media reports, Dunith was informed about the tragedy by his team manager and coaches in the dressing room. A poignant video shared by a journalist grabbed Danith comfortably with a hand around his shoulder, which he was experiencing the immense grief of her with one hand around her shoulder. The young cricketer has since returned home to live with his family, putting uncertainty on future participation in the Super Four Stage.

The news of his father’s death has undoubtedly put a somber shadow on the Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup campaign, even in the next phase. While important super four matches against Sri Lanka are scheduled to play Bangladesh, PakistanAnd India In the coming days, the team will be without one of their major players. Cricketing world has increased its deep sympathy Danith Vellaj And as his family, he navigates this incredibly difficult time away from sports.

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Here is how the Cricket Biradari reacted while passing through Vallaj’s father

Suranga VellageLeaves a void not only in his family but also in the cricket community. The cricket world is mourning the sad passing of Sri Lankan cricketer Danith VellajFather of Suranga Veller. A former cricketer Suranga died of a heart attack on Thursday night, while his son was playing in the Asia Cup match against Afghanistan. The news was conveyed to Dunith after the match, inspiring him to return home to live with his family. This news has expressed condolences to the cricketing fraternity, which includes tribute to mythological Sri Lankan cricketers.

The cricket fraternity has come together to express condolences to Sri Lankan cricketer Danith Vellege after the tragic of his father, Suranga Veller. Here is a list of cricketers who reacted to the news:

  • Mahela Jayawardan: The former Sri Lankan captain resorted to social media to express his grief and sought secrecy for the grieving family. They have written, “My heart leaves for Dunith and his family. I can imagine what they are doing. Also everyone likes to tell them to give them privacy. We do not need live commentary during highly emotional personal personal moments,”
  • Lasith Malinga: The veteran fast bowler shared a heartfelt message on the social media platform X (East Twitter), which was said, “My heartfelt condolences to the family, Dunith Vellage’s father, deeply saddened by the passage of Shri Suranga Vellage.
  • Sanath Jaisuria: The Sri Lankan head coach was seen consolation after the match when he was informed about his father’s death. He also shared a tribute on social media, writing, “Sadly saddened by the loss of Shri Suranga Veller. Danith, your father picked up a son, proud of the whole nation. Stay strong, we are with you, and his blessings will take you forward,”
  • Mohammad Nabi: Afghan all -rounderThose who had done a memorable on-field exchange with Vellage during the match, later posted a condolence message on social media and said, said, ” “Dunith Vellage and hearty condolences to his family at the loss of his beloved father. Stay strong brother,”

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