English opener Marcus Trescothick in action 05 February 2001 in the first day of the first practice match against a Sri Lankan board president's eleven as wicket keeper Malintha Perera looks on. England is due to play three tests and three one-day internationals against the home team in their first tour of Sri Lanka in eight years.© AFP
English fast bowler Darren Gough (C) flanked by teammates Andrew Caddick (R) and Craig White (L) and another unidentified player watches batting practice 05 February 2001 in the first day of the first practice match against a Sri Lankan board president's eleven. England are due to play three tests and three one-day internationals against the home team in their first tour of Sri Lanka in eight years.© AFP
England skipper Nasser Hussain gestures 01 February 2001 as he speaks at a press conference a day after arriving in Sri Lanka for a tour of three Tests and three one day internationals.© AFP