Lahore: The last match of the three-Test series is being played between Pakistan and Australia (PAK vs AUS 3rd test). This match is taking place in the ground of Lahore. This final match is also the deciding match of this series, as the first two matches were drawn. The special thing in this third match is that Pakistani umpire Ahsan Raza has returned.
In fact, in 2009, when the Sri Lankan team was attacked in Lahore, Pakistan, Ahsan Raza was also hit by two bullets. After which now after a long wait of 13 years, Ahsan Raza has returned to the same ground and during this time he is umpiring in international matches. Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is one of the most historic stadium in Pakistan. The match between Pakistan and Sri Lankan team was to be held on this ground in the year 2009. But, when the team was coming, the terrorists started firing on them.
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Many big players including Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardene, Tillakaratne Dilshan were injured in that terrorist attack. Pakistani umpire Ahsan Raza, who was in a mini van at that time, was hit by two bullets. Chris Broad, the referee of the match to be held during that time, was also with him, who saved his life by placing his hand on Ahsan Raza’s chest.
Ahsan Raza himself has given information about this. He had told that at that time he had an ICC book in his hand, which helped in saving his life. Another Chris Broad helped him even while crying, due to which he was able to survive. 47-year-old Ahsan Raza hails from Lahore, Pakistan. He has also played 21 first class matches. After which he now officiates, he has officiated in 133 matches so far.