Sri Lanka allrounder Dunith Wellalage father dies

Sri Lanka Allrounder Dunith Wellalage Bereaved After Father’s Death

Sri Lanka’s young allrounder Dunith Wellalage has been struck by personal tragedy after the death of his father, Suranga Wellalage, on Thursday, September 18 — the same day he represented his country in the Asia Cup Group B clash against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.

The 22-year-old only learned of his father’s passing after the match, which Sri Lanka won by six wickets with eight balls to spare, securing their place in the Super Four stage. Soon after the game, Wellalage departed for home.

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His sudden bereavement has now cast uncertainty over his continued participation in the tournament, where Sri Lanka are scheduled to face Bangladesh on September 20, Pakistan on September 23, and India on September 26.

Thursday’s contest was Wellalage’s first match of this Asia Cup and only his fifth T20I overall. A promising young talent, he has already made an impact in the ODI format, claiming 31 caps for Sri Lanka. His career-best figures of 5 for 27 came against India in Colombo in August 2024. He also took 5 for 40 against India during the 2023 Asia Cup in the ODI format, finishing that tournament as the joint second-highest wicket-taker with 10 dismissals at an average of 17.90.

As Sri Lanka moves deeper into the Asia Cup, the team now faces not only competitive challenges on the field but also the emotional weight of supporting a teammate dealing with profound personal loss.

FAQs: Dunith Wellalage’s Bereavement and Asia Cup Participation

Who was Dunith Wellalage’s father?
His father was Suranga Wellalage, who sadly passed away on September 18, 2025.

When did Dunith Wellalage find out about his father’s death?
He learned of his father’s passing after Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup match against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.

Will Dunith Wellalage continue playing in the Asia Cup?
At present, his participation in the rest of the tournament is uncertain as he has returned home following the bereavement.

Which matches is Sri Lanka scheduled to play in the Super Four?
Sri Lanka is set to face Bangladesh on September 20, Pakistan on September 23, and India on September 26.

What are Dunith Wellalage’s career highlights so far?
He has played 31 ODIs and 5 T20Is. His career-best bowling figures are 5 for 27 against India in Colombo (August 2024). He also impressed in the 2023 Asia Cup, taking 10 wickets at an average of 17.90.