The Eliminator match of Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 will be played between Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons on July 18 at 7.30 PM IST at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
Talking about the previous match of both the teams, Colombo Strikers were defeated by Dambulla by 25 runs in the last match.
Kandy had defeated Dambulla by 54 runs.
Team Analysis
Analyzing the teams, Kandy Falcons will be led by the dynamic Wanindu Hasaranga. Their batting lineup boasts of formidable names such as Andre Fletcher, Dinesh Chandimal, Mohammad Haris, and Kamindu Mendis. The all-rounder department looks particularly strong with players like Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, and Wanindu Hasaranga, who can turn the game around with both bat and ball. In the bowling department, Kandy Falcons have the pace and precision of Dushmantha Chameera and Kasun Rajitha, making them a well-rounded unit.
Colombo Strikers, captained by Thisara Perera, also have a strong lineup. Their batting is spearheaded by explosive talents such as Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angelo Perera, and Sadira Samarawickrama. The team’s all-rounders include Shadab Khan and Dunith Velalage, who add depth and balance to both the batting and bowling departments. The bowling attack of Colombo Strikers is led by Taskin Ahmed and Mathisha Pathirana, who will be crucial in restricting the opposition.
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Head-to-Head
9 T20 matches have been played between Colombo Strikers and Kandy in the T20 matches of both the teams, out of which Colombo has won 7 matches while Kandy has won 2 matches.
In terms of the points table standings, both teams have had a similar run in the tournament so far. Kandy Falcons are positioned at number 4 with 3 wins out of 8 matches, while Colombo Strikers are just above them at number 3, also with 3 wins out of 8 matches. This Eliminator match is critical for both teams, as the losing team will be knocked out of the tournament, adding an extra layer of pressure and excitement to the contest.
With both teams evenly matched and determined to stay in the tournament, this Eliminator promises to be a thrilling encounter. Fans can expect a high-intensity game filled with impressive performances from some of the best talents in the LPL 2024.
Match Info
- Match: Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons’ , Eliminator Match ,Lanka Premier League 2024,
- Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Date & Time: July 18, 7.30 pm
Weather Report
Toss and Match Prediction
TOSS WIINER TEAM OF TODAY ‘S MATCH WILL BE , COLOMBO STRIKERS
AND MATCH WINNER TEAM COLOMBO STRIKERS …. CRICCHAMP OPINION
Pitch Report
The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo boasts a sporting pitch characterized by its ability to offer decent bounce and lateral movement, making it favorable for pacers. Batters, on the other hand, can expect to be rewarded for their skillful strokeplay on this surface. Given these conditions, the team winning the toss might prefer to chase, taking advantage of the potential benefits the pitch can offer in the later stages of the game.
Probable 11
Colombo Striker:
Angelo Perera, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Glenn Phillips, Sadira Samarawickrama (wk), Shadab Khan, Thisara Perera (c), Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Vellez, Taskin Ahmed, Mathisha Pathirana, Binura Fernando.
Kandy Falcons
Wanindu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews, Dushmantha Chameera, Kamindu Mendis, Andre Fletcher, Mohammed Harris, Kasun Rajitha, Ashen Bandara, Dinesh Chandimal, Dasun Shanaka, Ramesh Mendis
