Pakistan-Sri Lanka Cricket Series Continues Despite Security Concerns

Sri Lanka Cricket is working closely with PCB to ensure the safety of players.

Despite the fact that twelve people were killed and several others injured in a suicide bombing in Islamabad, the Sri Lanka tour of Pakistan is continuing as scheduled. Earlier reports had suggested that the second 1-Day International might be called off after 16 Sri Lankan players voiced a preference to return home. However, both cricket boards have now reconfirmed that the series is going ahead. PCB and SLC Officials are now coordinating closely to reassure players and stabilise things across both cricket boards. Security measures have been stepped up markedly…