Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:57pm on 12 Nov 2025,Wednesday Sports
Eight Sri Lankan cricketers currently touring Pakistan for an ODI series have expressed serious safety concerns following a deadly bomb explosion in Islamabad, requesting their cricket board to cancel the tour, according to NDTV sources. The players' apprehension comes amid heightened security tensions in the region. The Sri Lankan team's tour of Pakistan was already proceeding under strict security protocols, but the recent bombing has intensified fears among the visiting squad members. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board now faces pressure to reassess the tour's continuation as players prioritize their safety. More details are expected as the situation develops and the board deliberates on the cricketers' request for immediate withdrawal from Pakistan. (PC: NDTV Sports)
