The Sri Lankan cricket team has entered the field wearing black armbands in the ongoing match against India. This armband is worn by Lankan cricketers originally to honor Percy Abeysekera, a famous supporter of Sri Lanka. On October 30, he passed away.

Percy Abeysekera was a huge supporter of Sri Lankan cricket. He supported the cricketers off the field and was often seen in the gallery. Abeysekera died on October 30 at the age of 87. Je will never again be seen supporting the team in the gallery at a Sri Lanka match.

To honor him, the Sri Lankan cricketers have entered the field wearing black badges in the ongoing match against India. Even before Sri Lanka got Test status, Abeysekera was shouting in support of the team. But in the future, the Lankans will never be seen in the match gallery.

Sri Lanka is spending the World Cup in a mix of good and bad. The Lankans are already in a state of turmoil due to one injury after another. Regular captain Dasun Shanaka has been ruled out of the World Cup due to injury. Kuhal Mendis will lead the team for the remainder of the World Cup.

Sri Lanka is at number 7 in the points table with 4 points after winning 2 out of 6 matches. They are currently playing against India.