The Sri Lankan cricket team reached Karachi for the series of three ODI and three T20 matches against Pakistan.
On arrival in Karachi, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Director International Zakir Khan and other PCB officials welcomed the team.
The Sri Lankan cricket team arrived in Karachi by a foreign airline flight, the officials of the Sri Lankan Cricket Board have also arrived in Karachi with the players.
The players were taken directly from the plane to the state lounge where the players were treated to tea and biscuits.
After that, the team left the airport under tight security to a local hotel in Karachi where the visiting team was warmly welcomed.
The Sri Lankan cricket team will first play three ODI matches in Karachi, in which the guest team will be led by Leharu Thirimane, after which Dawson Shanaka will lead the guest team in three T20 matches in Lahore.
The Sri Lankan team will practice at the National Stadium on Wednesday afternoon, while the teams will have a practice session on Thursday, after which the first one-day match will be played in Karachi on Friday.
Earlier, while leaving Sri Lanka, the captain of the Sri Lankan team Thirimane said that his team is determined to play good cricket in Pakistan. is
It should be noted that the Pakistan Cricket Board has given the Sri Lankan cricket team the same security protocol as the heads of state.
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How did Leharu Thirimane describe the team’s reception and feelings upon arriving in Karachi for the ODI series?
**Interview with Sri Lankan Cricket Team Captain Leharu Thirimane on Arrival in Karachi**
**Interviewer**: Welcome to Karachi, Leharu! It’s great to have you and the team here. Can you share with us how the team felt upon arrival in Pakistan?
**Leharu Thirimane**: Thank you! It’s wonderful to be here. The team is excited; we’ve received a warm welcome from the PCB and feel well-prepared for the series ahead. The hospitality at the airport was quite nice, and we’re looking forward to the matches.
**Interviewer**: It’s good to hear that. You mentioned preparation; what are your main goals for the upcoming ODI series?
**Leharu Thirimane**: Our primary goal is to play competitive cricket and build on our strengths as a team. We want to perform well for our fans and represent Sri Lanka positively. Each match is an opportunity to improve.
**Interviewer**: You will be leading the team in the ODIs before handing over to Dasun Shanaka for the T20s. How do you see that transition?
**Leharu Thirimane**: It’s a smooth transition; we have a strong leadership group. Dasun brings a lot to the table, and it’s important for us to support each other in different formats. It’s all about teamwork and unity.
**Interviewer**: On the topic of security, the PCB has ensured that your team’s protocols are equivalent to those for heads of state. How does the team feel about that level of protection?
**Leharu Thirimane**: We appreciate the PCB’s efforts to ensure our safety. It’s reassuring as players to know that we can focus on cricket without concerns about our security.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned before leaving Sri Lanka that the team is determined to play good cricket. What specific challenges do you anticipate facing in this series?
**Leharu Thirimane**: Pakistan has a strong cricketing history, particularly at home. The conditions can vary, and we expect tough competition. Adapting quickly will be key for us.
**Interviewer**: That’s quite insightful. As you prepare for the first ODI, what do you want to tell your supporters back home?
**Leharu Thirimane**: We’re going to give our best and hope to make you proud. Your support means a lot to us, and we’ll strive to keep our heads high no matter the challenges.
**Interviewer**: Thank you so much, Leharu, and best of luck with the series!
**Leharu Thirimane**: Thank you!
As cricket fans, do you think the level of security provided to the Sri Lankan team reflects underlying concerns about safety in international cricket, or is it simply a gesture of goodwill? Let’s discuss!
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