Cricketer collapses and dies during match in Beruwala

A player collapsed while batting during a friendly cricket match between past pupils in Beruwala and later died after being taken for medical care.

Police and hospital sources said a heart attack is suspected, and organisers suspended the rest of the tournament after the incident.newswire +1

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