Pakistan U17 and Sri Lanka U17 battle begins tomorrow
Measures have been taken to tighten security across the city of Rawalpindi, Pakistan, for the upcoming T20 cricket series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The Pakistani federal government and the Punjab provincial government have deployed the army and special forces to ensure the safety of the visiting Sri Lankan team and the matches themselves. The Sri Lankan team has already arrived in Rawalpindi for this three-match T20 series, with all games scheduled to take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 9, 11, and 13. Authorities have taken steps to bolster security around the stadium and other key locations in Rawalpindi as the city prepares for the international cricket series. In addition to the police and other law enforcement agencies, the army and special forces have been integrated into the security operations. This security plan covers the touring Sri Lankan team's travel and accommodation, as well as security around the stadium during matches. Five additional players from the Sri Lankan squad are scheduled to join the team today, completing the full squad. Eight Sri Lankan players and five officials arrived in Rawalpindi on Sunday night, while another five players arrived on Monday morning. The Pakistan T20 squad is also...
Special Security Plan for Rawalpindi Ahead of Pakistan-Sri Lanka T20 Series
Measures have been taken to tighten security across the city of Rawalpindi, Pakistan, for the upcoming T20 cricket series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The Pakistani federal government and the Punjab provincial government have deployed the army and special forces to ensure the safety of the visiting Sri Lankan team and the matches themselves. The Sri Lankan team has already arrived in Rawalpindi for this three-match T20 series, with all games scheduled to take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 9, 11, and 13. Authorities have taken steps to bolster security around the stadium and other key locations in Rawalpindi as the city prepares for the international cricket series. In addition to the police and other law enforcement agencies, the army and special forces have been integrated into the security operations. This security plan covers the touring Sri Lankan team's travel and accommodation, as well as security around the stadium during matches. Five additional players from the Sri Lankan squad are scheduled to join the team today, completing the full squad. Eight Sri Lankan players and five officials arrived in Rawalpindi on Sunday night, while another five players arrived on Monday morning. The Pakistan T20 squad is also...
Otamendi Bids Farewell to the International Stage Alongside Messi
Otamendi Bids Farewell to the International Stage Alongside Messi While much of the conversation has focused on Lionel Messi’s retirement from Argentine football, the retirement of another player who has rendered significant service to the team over a long period has been somewhat overshadowed.That player is defender Nicolás Otamendi.Like Messi, Otamendi announced his retirement following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. However, the Argentine Football Association has invited him to participate in the match marking Messi's farewell, in recognition of his immense contribution to the team.Having made his international debut for Argentina in 2009, Otamendi played 140 matches for the national team by the time 2026 arrived.He ranks fifth among players with the most appearances for the Argentine national team in history.He scored a total of nine goals across those 140 matches. Otamendi stands out for his contributions as a defender for the Argentine national team; he consistently gave his all to prevent the opposition from scoring.He represented Argentina in four World Cup tournaments: 2010, 2018, 2022, and 2026. He was a key player in the squad that won the World Cup in 2022.He played as a defender in every match during Argentina's journey to becoming world champions in...
Sahibzada-led Pakistan set to take on Sri Lanka in T20I challenge from Friday
Sahibzada Farhan will lead out the Pakistan T20I side for the first time on home soil when the hosts face Sri Lanka in first of the three T20 Internationals on Friday, 9 October at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. It will be the ninth time that the two teams face each other in a bilateral T20I series. The second and third T20Is will be played on 11 and 13 October at the same venue with the first ball expected to be bowled at 6pm PKT. The coin toss will take place at 5.30pm PKT. Pakistan, who won Silver Medal in the recently concluded Asian Games men’s cricket event, trained at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Wednesday for three hours and will again fine tune their preparations on Thursday evening. The 15-member Pakistan T20I squad comprises of two uncapped players Razaullah and Muhammad Imran Randhawa, while fast bowler Naseem Shah is in line to play his first T20I since his last appearance against the same opposition in February earlier this year. Abrar Ahmad – second on the ICC T20I rankings for bowlers – will form a strong spin bowling contingent with wrist-spinners Shadab Khan, Sufyan Moqim and left-arm spinner Arafat Minhas, while...
Sri Lanka U19 Women have beaten Bangladesh U19 by 6 wickets
Sri Lanka U19 Women have beaten Bangladesh U19 by 6 wickets in the Women's U19 Tri-Nation Series at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. It was indeed an outstanding masterclass from the young opening batter, Sanjana Kavindi, who smashed a blistering 90 off just 59 balls* to anchor the chase and safely steer Sri Lanka over the line. This victory marks another dominant display by the young Lankans in the tournament, continuing their fine form against Bangladesh after their thrilling last-ball win just a few days prior. Sanjana Kavindi is proving to be a serious talent for the future of Sri Lankan
Kusal Mendis Appointed Test Captain
Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of Kusal Mendis as the new Testcaptain of the national men’s team.The decision was taken by the Selection Committee at a meeting held today at SLCheadquarters.The upcoming two-match Test series in Pakistan will be his first assignment as Test captain.Mendis has represented Sri Lanka in 75 Test matches and a total of 343 international matchesacross all three formats.
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Pakistan U17 and Sri Lanka U17 battle begins tomorrow
Measures have been taken to tighten security across the city of Rawalpindi, Pakistan, for the upcoming T20 cricket series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The
Special Security Plan for Rawalpindi Ahead of Pakistan-Sri Lanka T20 Series
Measures have been taken to tighten security across the city of Rawalpindi, Pakistan, for the upcoming T20 cricket series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The
Otamendi Bids Farewell to the International Stage Alongside Messi
Otamendi Bids Farewell to the International Stage Alongside Messi While much of the conversation has focused on Lionel Messi’s retirement from Argentine football, the retirement
Sahibzada-led Pakistan set to take on Sri Lanka in T20I challenge from Friday
Sahibzada Farhan will lead out the Pakistan T20I side for the first time on home soil when the hosts face Sri Lanka in first of
Sri Lanka U19 Women have beaten Bangladesh U19 by 6 wickets
Sri Lanka U19 Women have beaten Bangladesh U19 by 6 wickets in the Women’s U19 Tri-Nation Series at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. It was indeed
Kusal Mendis Appointed Test Captain
Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of Kusal Mendis as the new Testcaptain of the national men’s team.The decision was taken by the
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