Fernando was taken to hospital after the incident. He remained under treatment but died on Tuesday. Police are investigating the exact circumstances of the clash.

A shocking incident has come to light from the host nation just days before India takes on Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series at their home. A 62-year-old Sri Lankan cricket coach died after an alleged clash with players during a match in Colombo. IND Vs SL 1st Test will be held on Saturday (August 15) in Galle.

According to a report, former Prince of Wales College coach Sumith Fernando died in hospital on Tuesday while undergoing treatment. Police have arrested a 17-year-old school cricketer in connection with the incident.

The teenager was produced before a Colombo court on Tuesday and was sent to child probation custody until August 17.

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