Shocking! Former Sri Lankan captain shot dead in front of his family

Dhammika Niroshana Shot Dead

A tragic event occurred in Sri Lanka before the India-Sri Lanka cricket series. Former Sri Lanka Under-19 captain Dhammika Niroshana, 41, was shot dead by unidentified attackers at his home in Ambalangoda. Niroshana was with his wife and two children at the time of the incident. The local police reported that the assailant shot him with a gun, but they have not yet identified a suspect or a motive. The investigation is ongoing. Niroshana was a left-handed all-rounder who debuted for the Sri Lanka Under-19 team in 2000 and captained the team in the Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand in 2002. He played 12 first-class matches, scoring over 200 runs and taking 19 wickets

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India-Sri Lanka Cricket Series

Despite the shocking incident of Dhammika Niroshana, the Indian team is scheduled to play a Twenty20 series in Sri Lanka starting July 27. After the T20 series, an ODI series will follow. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not yet announced the Indian team for the series. Fans are eagerly awaiting the return of senior players to the Indian squad for these matches. The series is expected to be a significant event, as both teams prepare for competitive cricket on Sri Lankan soil.

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Impact on the Cricket Community

The news of Dhammika Niroshana’s death has deeply saddened the cricket community in Sri Lanka and beyond. Fellow cricketers, fans, and officials have expressed their condolences and shock over the incident. Dhammika Niroshana’s contribution to Sri Lankan cricket, especially at the youth level, is well remembered. His untimely death has raised concerns about safety and security, highlighting the need for vigilance and investigation to bring the culprits to justice. The cricket world mourns the loss of a talented player and extends support to his family during this difficult time.