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 the 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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What message does Leharu Thirimane have for cricket fans from both Sri Lanka and Pakistan as they prepare for the series?
**Interview with Leharu Thirimane, Captain of the Sri Lankan Cricket Team**
**Editor:** Welcome, Leharu! It’s great to have you here as the Sri Lankan cricket team arrives in Karachi. Can you share what this moment means for you and your team?
**Thirimane:** Thank you! Arriving in Karachi is indeed special for us. We have a deep respect for Pakistan cricket and its passionate fans. We’re looking forward to showcasing our skills and enjoying the series.
**Editor:** You mentioned a determination to play good cricket. What specific challenges do you anticipate in this series, especially given Pakistan’s strong home advantage?
**Thirimane:** Pakistan has a talented squad with a lot of experience, especially playing in front of their home crowd. The conditions will be different from Sri Lanka, but we are preparing well. The key will be adapting quickly and sticking to our game plan.
**Editor:** The Pakistan Cricket Board has assured your team of security measures akin to those for heads of state. How does this level of protection impact your focus and preparation?
**Thirimane:** It certainly gives us peace of mind knowing we are in a secure environment. Our focus remains on cricket, but it’s nice to have that level of assurance as we engage in our preparations.
**Editor:** With the ODI matches in Karachi and T20s in Lahore, how important is it to establish a rhythm quickly after your arrival?
**Thirimane:** Very important. We have a packed schedule, so adjusting to the local conditions as quickly as possible will be crucial. Practice sessions will help us get in the right mindset before the first ODI.
**Editor:** Lastly, Leharu, cricket fans are passionate and often have strong sentiments about international matches. What message do you have for both Sri Lankan and Pakistani fans ahead of this series?
**Thirimane:** To both sets of fans, I’d say your support means a lot to us. Let’s enjoy the spirit of cricket together and may the best team win. We hope this series strengthens the relationship between our countries through sports.
**Editor:** Thank you, Leharu, and good luck for the series ahead! Now, it raises an interesting question for our readers: With international cricket returning to Pakistan and the heightened security provided to visiting teams, do you believe this will alter the perception of Pakistan as a cricketing host nation? Share your thoughts!
