Karachi gears up for first one-day international in 10 years

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Last Updated : Sep 26 2019 | 8:35 PM IST

Karachi hosts a one-day international for the first time in 10 years when Pakistan take on a depleted Sri Lanka on Friday, furthering the country's revival in international cricket.

"History will be made on Friday when Karachi will host the first ODI," said Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed.

"We must thank the Sri Lankan team for touring us."
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"We didn't have any problems. The facilities here are really good. Actually we are not allowed to go out from the hotel, so we did some get together and played some FIFA games and carrom."
"Regarding the challenge we are getting here, it's a very good side, I must say that Pakistan has named their best side so, yeah, the thing is we'll have lot of youngsters so it's good opportunity for them to come up and showcase their talent."
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First Published: Sep 26 2019 | 8:35 PM IST

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