Sri Lanka's Dunith Wellalage Stuns India with Sensational Bowling

Dunith Wellalage, a rising star in Sri Lankan cricket, played a pivotal role in a match against India in the Asia Cup 2023.

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Wellalage dismissed key Indian batsmen, including Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, during his impressive spell.

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His performance led to India losing three wickets in quick succession, shifting the momentum in Sri Lanka's favor.

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Despite India's strong start at 80-0, they ended up at 93-3 after Wellalage's brilliant bowling.

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Dunith Wellalage, born in 2003, has made a significant impact in his 13th ODI appearance.

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He is a left-handed batter and a slow left-arm orthodox bowler who completed his education at St. Joseph's College in Colombo.

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