• SHOCKING! Former Sri Lanka U-19 cricket captain shot dead in front of his family in Galle

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    SHOCKING! Former Sri Lanka U-19 cricket captain shot dead in front of his family in Galle
    The police are currently searching for the suspect, and an extensive investigation is underway. However, the motive behind the crime remains unknown.

    Digital Desk: Dhammika Niroshana, a former Sri Lankan cricketer, tragically lost his life at the age of 41 in Ambalangoda on Tuesday night, as reported by local media. He was shot at his residence while being with his wife and two children, allegedly by an unidentified assailant.

    The police are currently searching for the suspect, and an extensive investigation is underway. However, the motive behind the crime remains unknown.

    Niroshana, known for his skills as a right-arm fast bowler and a capable lower-order batsman, was considered a promising talent during his career. Between 2001 and 2004, he represented Galle Cricket Club in 12 first-class matches and 8 List-A games, scoring more than 300 runs and claiming 19 wickets.

    He made his debut for the Sri Lankan U19 team in 2000 and played under-19 Test and ODI cricket for two years. Niroshana also captained the Sri Lankan U19 team in 10 matches, leading future stars such as Farveez Maharoof, Angelo Mathews, and Upul Tharanga, all of whom later represented Sri Lanka at the international level. His competitive cricket career concluded in December 2004.