Bipin Dani
Family members of Angelo Mathews and Dunith Wellalage are at the ground during the ongoing second Test match against Pakistan.
It was also confirmed by debutant’s dad Suranga Wellalage.
It was Dunith Wellalage’s debut Test day on Sunday and Mathews is playing his 100th Test match at the Galle International Cricket Stadium.
Both could not capitalize the big score on the first day.
According to the renowned sports psychologist Jeremy Snape, who has worked with the Sri Lankan players twice, the presence of the family at the ground is not a distraction.
Speaking exclusively over the telephone from overseas, he said, “Having your family present for a major milestone like your debut or 100th game is a great way to celebrate with those who sacrificed so much in the early years of your career”.
Echoing the sports psychologist’s views, Angelow’s brother Trevin Mathews said, “it is no way a distraction. On the contrary, Angelo likes his family to be around when he is playing. He was very happy when we all went there on Sunday”.
Angelo’s both parents, sister and Trevin have returned to Colombo after watching the first day game. However, Angelo’s wife Heshani Silva with kids has stayed back.
There has been strong rumour that Angelo may announce his retirement after this Test. Let us wait till we hear anything from him.
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