The Ambassador, Dr. Palitha Kohona, was invited on 8 November by the Chairman of the Shanghai Cricket Club (SCC) to a meeting, including with the players. The goal was to obtain assistance from Sri Lanka to improve the standard of cricket at the club. Cricket is attracting significant interest in China.
The SCC suggested expediting the proposed cooperation between Sri Lanka cricket institutions and players and the Club. The SCC was preparing for major tournaments in 2022 and would seriously welcome assistance from Sri Lanka. The Ambassador suggested that the SCC cricket team should tour Sri Lanka at the earliest opportunity and play games with local teams. Sponsorships could be obtained from Chinese companies doing business in Sri Lanka.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Beijing
13 November, 2021
