SLVF condemns attack on Lankan cricketers

Bernard PERERA

In a statement issued by the Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation states it is shocked to hear the cruel attack on the Lankan cricketers. This recent attack reminds us of the previous history of the 1972 Munich and the Atlanta attacks that brought black marks on the sports arena.

The worst incident in Sri Lankan sports scene was the killing of Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle at a sporting event. A miracle saved our cricketers from this brutal attack much to the relief of sports lovers of this country.

It further states problems have to be sorted out through discussion and not by the bullet. While wishing the cricketers speedy recovery it also sends its sympathies to the police officers who lost their lives in saving the Lankans.

The statement goes on to pay a tribute to coach driver Mehar Mohamed Kalil for his bravery in taking the Lankan cricketers to safety. If not for this brave act, none of the cricketers would have returned home.

We as a federation thank him for his act.

The Federation while wishing speedy recovery hopes the cricketers will give of their best to bring cricket back to its top level soon.

The statement was issued under the signature of its President, Dilan Perera, Minister for Ports Development.