SLC reacts to Australia's monetary help amidst ongoing crisis

Despite the nation suffering from economic and political turmoil, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) successfully hosted back-to-back home series against Australia and Pakistan.

Sri Lankan fans during third ODI

While Pakistan toured Sri Lankan shores for a two-Test series, Australia embarked on a full-fledged tour comprising 3 T20Is, 5-ODIs, and 2-Tests.

The Australian cricketers, led by Pat Cummins and Aaron Finch, donated their prize-pool of AUD 45,000 to Sri Lanka's UNICEF appeal.

SLC moved by Australia's gesture

The SLC have thanked the Australian Cricket Team for showing generosity at such a crucial time for the nation.

Mohan de Silva, Honorary Secretary, SLC said,

"Sri Lanka Cricket, its President Mr. Shammi Silva, the Executive Committee and the fans take this opportunity to thank the Australian Cricketers led by Pat Cummins and Aaron Finch for their wonderful gesture of donating A$ 45,000 to help Sri Lanka and its people at this moment of need."

It was an easy decision to donate: Pat Cummins

Speaking on Australia's decision to donate prize money, Test skipper Pat Cummins said that it was as easy as it gets. 

"It was very clear to us how much day-to-day life for Sri Lankans is being impacted. When the team saw what was happening it was an easy decision to donate our prize money to UNICEF, who have been in Sri Lanka for more than 50 years supporting the needs of children and families.” - Cummins.

Several Australian cricketers like Glenn Maxwell, Steven Smith, Finch, Josh Hazlewood have thanked Sri Lankan fans and praised the nation's hospitality while leaving the country after the conclusion of the series.

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