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Is Pakistan Worth the Risk?

The risks and rewards of cricket returning to Pakistan, plus the cricketing soldiers.

We assess the risks and rewards of cricket returning to Pakistan, eight years after the deadly attack on the Sri Lanka team bus in Lahore.

Former Sri Lanka batsman Thilan Samaraweera recalls the incident that still haunts him, and gives his views on the prospect of international teams touring the country again.

Plus, meet two female cricketers who combine playing the sport at international level with careers in the military.

Photo: Cricket fans in Pakistan (Getty)

27 minutes

Last on

Sat 26 Aug 2017 04:32GMT

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  • Sat 26 Aug 2017 02:32GMT
  • Sat 26 Aug 2017 04:32GMT

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