Man dies after freak on-field accident during cricket match in Sri Lanka
Incident occurred when two players collided while attempting to catch a ball
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Dubai: A 41-year-old man has tragically died following a freak accident during a cricket match at a playground in the Aluthepola area of Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka.
According to reports, the incident occurred when two players collided while attempting to catch a ball. The injured player was rushed to the Minuwangoda Base Hospital but later succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment.
The deceased has been identified as Ihalage Dhanushka Devinda Perera, a resident of Katuwallegama, Palugahawela.
Minuwangoda Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
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