Sri Lanka's cricket captain Lahiru Thirimanne (right) and teammates look on as Buddhist monks chant prayers for their success during a ceremony in Colombo on Septemer 24, 2019, prior to the team's departure for their tour in Pakistan. AFP
Sri Lanka's cricket captain Lahiru Thirimanne (right) and teammates look on as Buddhist monks chant prayers for their success during a ceremony in Colombo on Septemer 24, 2019, prior to the team's depShow more

Cricket

Depleted Sri Lanka squad departs for Pakistan tour despite security concerns

Ten senior players, citing security concerns, have opted out of the tour

AFP

September 24, 2019