Sasheen's write up won the second prize among 6000 entries from 54 countries at the Royal Commonwealth Society's essay competition in 1994-95.The 17-year old met her 'Lord' at the Dhanmondi Cricket Stadium yesterday afternoon after the West Indies team had finished their practice.
The opportunity came when Lara came to know about Sasheen's achievement through the team's liaisons officer and immediately wanted to see the 'A'level student who was patiently waiting in the stands.
``I cant believe it. I'm still shaking. Brian Lara actually talked to me!'',said Sasheen after the superstar captain of the West Indies had spoken and signed autographs for her. ``This will be the most cherished day of my life'',added the die-hard West Indies fan.
Sasheen presented Lara a copy of the essay which was published in the Daily Star on August 4,1995.