ZIM tour of PAK to go ahead despite suicide attack

The third and final ODI in the series between Pakistan and Zimbabwe will be go ahead as per schedule. (ESPN Cricinfo)

While there were reports coming in off a blast near the Gadaffi stadium, it was taken off air after PCB's statement. Rashid praised the actions of Pakistan Broadcasters Association for "covering up" the news while the cricket match was underway. "More than 20,000 people were in the stadium and panic could cause stampede," he said, according to reports.

Zimbabwe cricket match blast was 'suicide bomb': Pakistan minister (AFP)

Pakistan admits blast outside Lahore’s Gaddafi stadium a suicide attack ( Hindu)

Pakistan vs Zimbabwe: Two Killed in Suicide Blast Outside Gadaffi Stadium ( NDTV)