The New York Strikers franchise of the Legends Cricket Trophy 2024 has assured that its player Lahiru Thirimanne was safe after being involved in a motor accident this morning. 

Issuing a statement, the New York Strikers said that Lahiru Thirimanne and his family were involved in a small car accident while visiting the temple.

Full statement: 

We wish to inform you that Lahiru Thirimanne and his family were involved in a small car accident while visiting the temple. Thankfully, they have been admitted to the hospital for observation.

Fortunately, following a thorough medical assessment, we can confirm that they are all safe and sound, with no cause for concern. We appreciate the outpouring of concern and support from everyone during this time.

We kindly request respect for their privacy as they recover. (NewsWire)

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A vehicle carrying former Sri Lanka cricketer Lahiru Thirimanne met with a road accident in the Thirappane area in Anuradhapura early this morning (Mar 14).

According to news reports, the vehicle in which the former cricketer was travelling had crashed into a lorry plying in the opposite direction near the 117-mile post area in Thirappane.

Sources close to the former cricketer said that Thirimanne had sustained minor injuries in the accident and was safe. (NewsWire)

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has accepted cricketer Lahiru Thirimanne’s request to retire from all forms of International Cricket.

Issuing a statement, the SLC stated that its Executive Committee accepted the resignation of Lahiru Thirimanne. 

This follows a resignation letter the player sent to Sri Lanka Cricket announcing his intention to retire from playing international cricket for his country, SLC stated. 

The SLC further said its Executive Committee decided to accept the resignation letter of Thirimanne during a Meeting held recently. 

‘We take this opportunity to wish Thirimanne the best in his future endeavours, and his services to Sri Lanka Cricket covering all forms of the game will be well remembered,’ said Mr. Ashley De Silva, CEO, of Sri Lanka Cricket. 

Lahiru Thirimanne appeared for Sri Lanka in 44 test matches, 127 ODIs, and 26 T20Is, amassing over 5500 international runs across all formats for his country. (NewsWire)

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