Despite being targeted in the 2009 guns-and-rocket assault, Sri Lanka have returned for two Tests in Rawalpindi and Karachi which Pakistan hope will help convince other teams to visit.
"Of course, a historic day in Pakistan cricket and we all are excited," Pakistan captain Azhar Ali said at the toss."We want to make this occasion memorable by winning so all geared up." As the stands slowly started to fill up, with fans waving Pakistan flags and blowing horns, the Test got underway on a rain-soaked pitch following early morning showers.
"Pakistan cricket supporters have been denied the opportunity to see their heroes play live in our national stadiums."
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