Unveiling of the trophy for the tri-nation series featuring Pakistan, England, and Sri Lanka
Published 1 hour ago | By Nouman Shakeel
The trophy for the ODI tri-nation series—featuring Pakistan, England, and Sri Lanka—was unveiled ahead of the tournament. Speaking to the media on the occasion, the captains of the three teams shared their thoughts regarding their preparations and objectives for the series.
The opening match of the series will take place on Sunday in Rawalpindi between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The tournament will consist of a total of seven matches; three are scheduled for Rawalpindi, while four—including the final—will be held in Lahore. All matches are set to begin at 1:00 PM.
Shaheen Afridi Eyes Series Victory
Pakistan’s ODI captain, Shaheen Afridi, welcomed the England and Sri Lanka teams to Pakistan. He stated that the national team has devised a strategy for the series, with the primary goal being to emerge victorious in the tournament.
According to Shaheen Afridi, this series will also assist in shaping the team for the World Cup. He described Babar Azam as the backbone of the side and noted that there is a strong sense of unity among the players.
The national captain also praised the performance of Salman Ali Agha, highlighting his recent triple century in first-class cricket.
Kusal Mendis: The Team That Performs Best Will Win
Sri Lankan captain Kusal Mendis remarked that his team gained valuable experience from the preceding T20 series. He noted that no single team can be labeled a clear favorite in this tri-nation contest; rather, success will belong to the side that delivers the best performance on the field. Harry Brook Finds Experience of Playing in Pakistan Beneficial
England’s Harry Brook described playing cricket in Pakistan as a challenge; however, he noted that he feels more confident when playing here.
He shared that participating in the Pakistan Super League at the age of 22 proved to be a significant help for him in international cricket. According to Harry Brook, playing as many matches as possible ahead of the World Cup will prove beneficial for the team.
