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 does Zakir Khan perceive the impact of fan engagement during the upcoming series on the overall atmosphere of cricket in Pakistan?
**Interview with Zakir Khan, Director International, Pakistan Cricket Board**
**Host:** Welcome to our special segment on the upcoming cricket series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Joining us today is Zakir Khan, Director International for the Pakistan Cricket Board. Zakir, thank you for being here.
**Zakir Khan:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** The Sri Lankan cricket team has just arrived in Karachi for three ODIs and three T20 matches. What was the arrival experience like for the team?
**Zakir Khan:** Their arrival was well-organized. We welcomed the team at the airport, and they were treated with typical Pakistani hospitality. After a warm reception, they headed to the state lounge for some refreshments before proceeding to their hotel under tight security.
**Host:** It’s great to hear that they were welcomed so warmly. Security is a big issue in the region. Can you elaborate on the security measures in place for the Sri Lankan team?
**Zakir Khan:** Absolutely. We understand the importance of security for visiting teams, especially given our history. The Sri Lankan team has been provided with a security protocol akin to that of heads of state. This includes secure transportation and constant monitoring to ensure their safety throughout their stay.
**Host:** Moving on to the matches, Sri Lanka is going to be led by Leharu Thirimane for the ODIs and Dawson Shanaka for the T20s. What does their arrival mean for cricket in Pakistan?
**Zakir Khan:** This series is significant for both teams and for cricket in Pakistan. We’re excited to showcase our hospitality and cricketing culture. Thirimane has expressed determination to play well here, and this kind of competitive spirit is what we want in our series.
**Host:** Speaking of competitive spirit, as these teams prepare for their matches, what are your thoughts on the potential for fan engagement during the series?
**Zakir Khan:** We’re expecting strong fan turnout, both in the stadiums and through broadcasts. Cricket unites people, and this series will provide a platform for fans to engage deeply with the sport.
**Host:** Thank you, Zakir. Before we wrap up, let me pose a thought-provoking question to our audience: With heightened security measures and a focus on showcasing enhanced safety protocols, do you believe this will positively influence international teams’ willingness to tour Pakistan for future series? We welcome your thoughts in the comments!
**Zakir Khan:** Thank you, it’s been a pleasure discussing this with you!
**Host:** Thank you to our viewers for tuning in, and we look forward to an exciting series ahead!
