India, Sept. 19 -- Former Sri Lanka captain and current head coach Sanath Jayasuriya penned an emotional tribute following the death of Suranga Wellalage, father of young Sri Lanka all-rounder Dunith Wellalage, who passed away due to a heart attack on Thursday night.

The tragedy unfolded during Sri Lanka's Group B match against Afghanistan at the Asia Cup 2025. The 22-year-old was unaware of his father's passing during the match and was informed of the heartbreaking news by Jayasuriya immediately after the team's six-wicket victory.

Suranga Wellalage, aged 54, died at home in Colombo, prompting Dunith to leave for Sri Lanka on the earliest available flight. His participation in the remainder of the Asia Cup remains uncertain, with Sri L...