The Lahore Attack

• The Lahore Attack is an extract from Kumar Sangakkara's Colin Cowdery lecture ,delivered on 5th July 2011 at Lords.

• It portrays patriotism, dignity and sincerity one possess about his nation.

• The extract conveys love and regards of the author towards his country and countrymen.

• Also it portrays love and regards of Sri Lankans towards cricket and cricketers.

• This extract is written in oral form.

What is Colin Cowdery Lecture?

An annual event organized by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) at the Lords cricket ground to celebrate late Lord Colin Cowdery .

What is Lahore Attack?

• A terrorist attack focused on Sri Lankan Cricket Team.

• 3rd march 2009

• Gaddafi stadium in Lahore.

• 3rd day of the 2nd test match

• 12 gunmen

• 6 Pakistan policemen and 2 civilians died

• 6 Sri Lankan cricket members were injured

Plot

• Most terrible firsthand experience faced by Sri Lankan cricket team at Pakistan.

• Speaker admires the courage of the fellow Sri Lankans who faced violence for nearly 30years.

• This extract clearly describes the incidents happened in a indifferent tone.

• When they heard gun shoots ,all the players dived and hide under their seats .

• They had no understanding or prior experience about terrorism.

• Even in the dangerous situation they were able to act optimistically.

• Sri Lankan cricket team was rescued by the talent of the driver Khaleel.

• At the dressing room of the stadium, there was a mixture of emotions and players were happy because no life was lost.

• The wat they face the disaster portrays the inner equilibrium of the plyers built through sportsmanship.

• They maintained the image of our country through international media.

• They didn't show even a sign of an anger towards Pakistan government due to ill security provided.

• During the lecture, Sangakkara was able to show his gentleness and expressed ideas with balanced emotions.

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