evidence: Colombo [Sri Lanka], October 30 (ANI): Sri Lankan cricket superfan Percy Abeysekara, also known as Uncle Percy among the cricketing fraternity, has passed away at the age of 87. He was a regular fixture at Sri Lanka's matches for over five decades. He gained global prominence during the 1996 World Cup when he was seen parading the national flag around the ground at Lahore following a win over Australia in the title clash, as per ESPNCricinfo. Percy was famous for his rhyming English chants and interactions with cricketers, both Sri Lankans and foreigners. He was a regular fixture in the country's matches at home and overseas both. He was among the first generation of travelling superfans.