Sri Lanka cricketers Pakistan: Safety fears amid Islamabad blast
Sri Lanka cricketers Pakistan — Sri Lanka’s national squad touring Pakistan has raised security concerns after a suicide bombing in nearby Islamabad that claimed 12 lives. Some members of the team reportedly sought to return home ahead of the second ODI in Rawalpindi, but the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) board intervened to keep the tour on track.
Sri Lanka cricketers Pakistan tour: Bombing triggers player requests
The blast in Islamabad heightened unease among players, particularly because the matches are being held in Rawalpindi — only a short distance away. According to reports, “at least eight members” of the team contacted management to return home citing safety concerns.
Sri Lanka cricketers Pakistan directive from SLC to continue tour
SLC confirmed they engaged with the touring party and Pakistani authorities and issued a statement instructing all players and support staff to stay. They warned that any departures against this directive would prompt immediate replacements and a formal review.
Sri Lanka cricketers Pakistan upcoming tri-series unaffected yet
Following the ODI series, Sri Lanka are scheduled to participate in a T20I tri-series in Pakistan (November 17–29), featuring Zimbabwe. The board stressed that the tour must continue uninterrupted, despite the security worries.
Pakistan’s Interior Minister, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), reportedly is actively coordinating the team’s safety arrangements.
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