Ahead of today’s Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, a one-minute silence was observed before the national anthem to honor the late father of Sri Lankan player Dunith Wellalage. The gesture comes as a mark of respect from both teams and the tournament organizers.
In addition to the silence, the Sri Lankan players will wear black armbands throughout the match as a symbol of mourning. Wellalage, a promising talent in the Sri Lankan lineup, has received widespread support from teammates, fans, and cricketing officials during this difficult time.
The moment is expected to be a solemn and heartfelt start to what promises to be a competitive encounter at the Dubai International Stadium, where both teams are vying for a strong position in the Super 4 stage. Players and fans alike are expected to honor the tribute, highlighting the human side of cricket amidst the high-pressure environment of international tournaments.
This tribute not only acknowledges Wellalage’s personal loss but also reinforces the spirit of solidarity and respect that runs deep in the cricketing community.
Unusual Scenes! Wanindu Hasaranga Left In Disbelief As Bails Remain Intact After Ball Hits Stumps During BAN Vs SL Asia Cup 2025 Match; Video
Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was left stunned during the Asia Cup 2025 clash against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi after what looked like a clear wicket turned into an unbelievable moment of luck for batter Jaker Ali.
Bowling in the 10th over, Hasaranga delivered a sharp, turning ball that completely beat Jaker Ali’s bat and crashed into the stumps. For a split second, the Sri Lankan players began to celebrate, expecting the batter to be clean bowled. But to everyone’s shock, especially Hasaranga’s, the bails didn’t fall.
Hasaranga stood frozen, staring at the stumps in disbelief, as the ball had clearly struck the wood. Under the laws of cricket, a batter is only out bowled if at least one bail is dislodged. Since the bails stayed firmly in place, Jaker Ali got a miraculous lifeline.
For Hasaranga, it was a frustrating missed chance, and his reaction said it all. Despite doing everything right as a bowler, he had to walk back to his mark, still trying to process how the stumps could be hit and yet the batter remained not out.
