27 Apr 2023

NZ Sporting History: Black Caps and the Sri Lanka 1992 bombing

From Afternoons, 2:30 pm on 27 April 2023

In 1992, the Black Caps were in Sri Lanka to compete in a series of Test matches and One Day Internationals. Less than a day after their arrival, a bomb detonated outside their hotel. Similar incidents also occurred in 1987 and later in 2002, but in this instance the team ultimately decided to stay on and continue playing.

Bryan Waddle was in Sri Lanka to provide commentary on the matches. He talks to Jesse about what happened and why the team decided to stay and play.

Batsman (and later captain) Ken Rutherford holds his bat up to acknowledge the crowd.

Batsman (and later captain) Ken Rutherford. Photo: www.photosport.nz