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, Sri Lankan team captain 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 does Captain Thirimane plan to motivate his team to perform at their best during the series?
**Interview with Sri Lankan Cricket Team Captain Leharu Thirimane**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Captain Thirimane! You’ve just arrived in Karachi for your series against Pakistan. How was the journey, and how did the team feel upon arrival?
**Thirimane:** Thank you! The journey went smoothly, and we felt very welcomed by the Pakistan Cricket Board officials. The hospitality we received upon landing was great, which really sets a positive tone for our series.
**Interviewer:** The Sri Lankan team has been given security comparable to that of heads of state. How does that make you and your team feel as you prepare for these matches?
**Thirimane:** It’s reassuring to know that the PCB is taking our safety seriously. We understand the challenges that come with international cricket these days, and having such security measures allows us to focus solely on playing cricket.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned the team’s determination to play good cricket. What are your strategies going into the ODI matches in Karachi, especially against a strong Pakistan team?
**Thirimane:** Our strategy is simple—play to our strengths and adapt quickly to the conditions. We’ve been analyzing Pakistan’s gameplay, and we know it’s going to be a challenging series. Teamwork and discipline will be key.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what message do you have for Sri Lankan fans watching the series from home and those in Pakistan?
**Thirimane:** We appreciate all the support from our fans, both at home and in Pakistan. We are excited to showcase our skills and bring some thrilling cricket to the field. We hope to make everyone proud.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Captain Thirimane, and best of luck in your series!
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**Debate Question for Readers:** With the packed cricket calendar and the intense rivalry between cricketing nations, do you think the level of security afforded to visiting teams, such as the Sri Lankan squad in Pakistan, is becoming overly extravagant, or is it a necessary measure in today’s world of sports? Share your thoughts!
