Few minutes ago Terrorists attacked Sri Lankan cricket team on there way to the stadium. Five policemen have died and four of the Sri Lankan players have gotten injured. Thilan Samaraweera got wounded in the chest and Tharanga Paranavithana was shot in the leg. Sanga and Mendis have gotten minor injuries.
This is a sad day for cricket and the worst thing that could happen to Pakistan cricket. With the rest of the world not coming to Pakistan because of security concerns it was a brave ( or stupid ? ) decision by the Sri Lankans to tour Pakistan. However I don't think any team will tour Pakistan in the near future.
The predictable reaction would be that everyone will criticize the Pakistan cricket board and the Pakistan government for not giving proper protection. There will be a cry in Sri Lanka as well stating that a proper investigation wasn't carried out. But the sad reality in no one can guarantee 100% safety. Lets not forget that Pakistani policemen have died trying to protect the SL cricketers. I hope and pray that everyone who suffered injuries come out of it alive and well.
Monday, March 2, 2009
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