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Sri Lanka Cricket faces scrutiny over medical preparedness at domestic event
Questions have emerged about the adequacy of medical support at a major Sri Lankan domestic cricket tournament following an injury to a player. The incident has prompted calls for a review of health and safety protocols across Sri Lanka Cricket events.
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The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) board is facing criticism over its medical arrangements after cricketer Chamika Gunasekara sustained an injury during a domestic tournament, with observers questioning whether appropriate emergency equipment and personnel were readily available at the venue.
The incident has highlighted potential gaps in the board's duty of care toward players participating in official competitions. Concerns raised include the lack of immediate access to essential medical equipment such as stretchers and the response time of qualified medical staff during the emergency.
Domestic cricket tournaments are regular fixtures on the SLC calendar and are considered critical pathways for developing future national team players. The incident underscores the importance of maintaining consistent medical standards across all levels of organized cricket in the country.
The SLC has not yet issued a formal statement addressing the specific concerns raised about medical preparedness. Cricket administration bodies in South Asia have increasingly faced pressure to demonstrate compliance with international standards for player safety and medical support at sporting events.
The incident is expected to prompt a broader review of health and safety protocols at SLC-sanctioned tournaments, with potential implications for how medical services are provisioned at domestic cricket venues across the island.