Stand firm behind Arjuna and the team - Sumathipala (14 May 1999)
"As Sri Lanka prepares to defend their title as World Champions ofthe one day game, 18 million people around the country are waiting with bated breath
14-May-1999
14 May 1999
Stand firm behind Arjuna and the team - Sumathipala
The Daily News
"As Sri Lanka prepares to defend their title as World Champions ofthe
one day game, 18 million people around the country are waiting with
bated breath. It is a very exciting time for us and as President of
the Cricket Board, my committee and I are proud to say that we have
extended our full support to the team, helping them in every way
possible despite the tremendous pressure forced on us by the recent
set-back we faced. We have total confidence in Arjuna Ranatunga,often
referred to as the greatest captain in the world and are optimistic
about our chances at the forthcoming World Cup.
It is heartening to note that the team has come together with a
positive attitude, working together as one unit. I sense the same
winning spirit that was there before the last World Cup.
We call on all Sri Lankans to stand firm behind Arjuna and the
team,they need your support and prayers.
While wishing the team the very best, I once more assure the cricket
loving public of our total commitment to the development of Sri
Lanka's favourite sport."
Source :: The Daily News (https://www.lanka.net/lakehouse/)