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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**Interview with Sri Lankan Cricket Team Captain Leharu Thirimane on Arrival in Karachi**
**Interviewer:** Welcome to Karachi, Leharu! How does it feel to be here for this ODI and T20 series against Pakistan?
**Leharu Thirimane:** Thank you! It’s always special to play in Pakistan, and we’re excited to be here. The welcome was warm, and we appreciate the hospitality.
**Interviewer:** The team has been given top-level security, akin to heads of state. How does that impact your team’s mindset as you prepare for the series?
**Leharu Thirimane:** It’s comforting to know that we are being taken care of. While it puts some pressure on us to perform well, we see it as a sign of respect for our team and the game itself.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned being determined to play good cricket in Pakistan. Can you elaborate on what you have planned for the matches?
**Leharu Thirimane:** Absolutely! Our focus will be on executing our game plan, honing our batting and bowling skills, and converting our practice into performance during the matches.
**Interviewer:** With different captains leading in ODIs and T20s, how does that affect team dynamics?
**Leharu Thirimane:** It can be a challenge, but both teams are built on trust. My role is to lead effectively in the ODIs and ensure we are unified for Dawson Shanaka’s leadership in T20s.
**Interviewer:** Given your experience and the rich history between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in cricket, do you think this series could influence cricket relations between the two nations?
**Leharu Thirimane:** I certainly hope so. Cricket has a unique way of bridging gaps and building friendships. A successful series here can strengthen our ties on and off the field.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Leharu, for your insights! We’re looking forward to an exciting series.
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**Debate Question for Readers:** Considering the heightened security provided to the Sri Lankan cricket team during their visit to Pakistan, what are your thoughts on the implications of such protocols on international sports and the safety of athletes? Do you believe this fosters a positive image of Pakistan in the cricketing world, or does it raise concerns about the safety of players?
