The 13th match of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 will be played between Colombo Strikers vs Jaffna Kings on July 10 at 3.30 PM IST at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla.
Talking about the previous match of both the teams, Jaffna Kings were defeated by Kandy by 7 wickets in a thrilling match.
Colombo Strikers were defeated by Dambulla by 8 wickets.
Team Analysis
Colombo Strikers: Under the captaincy of Thisara Perera, Colombo Strikers boast a formidable lineup. The team’s batting is spearheaded by explosive players like Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angelo Perera, and Sadeera Samarawickrama. These batsmen have the potential to set or chase high targets effectively. The all-rounder department features the likes of Shadab Khan and Dunith Velalage, who contribute significantly with both bat and ball. In the bowling department, Taskin Ahmed and Mathisha Pathirana are key figures, expected to deliver crucial breakthroughs and maintain pressure on the opposition.
Jaffna Kings: Led by Charit Asalanka, Jaffna Kings are known for their robust batting lineup. The team includes powerful hitters such as Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, and Riley Rossouw, who are capable of building and accelerating the innings. In the latter stages of the innings, Dhananjaya de Silva provides the firepower needed for a strong finish. The bowling attack of Jaffna Kings is equally potent, with bowlers like Noor Ahmed, Jason Behrendorff, and Asitha Fernando expected to lead the charge and restrict the opposition effectively.
Head-to-Head
In the T20 history between Colombo Strikers and Jaffna Kings, a total of 9 matches have been played. Jaffna Kings have emerged victorious in 7 of these encounters, while Colombo Strikers have managed to win only 2 matches. This head-to-head record highlights the dominance of Jaffna Kings in past meetings.
Point Table Position
Talking about the points table of both the teams, Jaffna Kings is at number 2 in the points table after winning 3 out of 5 matches.
Colombo Strikers are at number 4 in the points table after winning 2 out of 4 matches.
Match Info
- Match: Kandy Falcons vs Jaffna king , 11th Match ,Lanka Premier League 2024,
- Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
- Date & Time: July 10, 3.30 pm
Weather Report
Toss and Match Prediction
TOSS WIINER TEAM OF TODAY ‘S MATCH WILL BE , JAFFNA KING
AND MATCH WINNER TEAM JAFFNA KING …. CRICCHAMP OPINION
Pitch Report
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is known for its favorable batting conditions. But the spinners are expected to get some turn from the surface, where the fast bowlers have been quite successful. As the game progresses, the batsmen will have a lot of trouble in scoring runs as the ball becomes old. The team winning the toss can decide to bowl first.
Probable 11
Jaffna Kings
Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Riley Rossouw, Charith Asalanka (captain), Dhananjay de Silva, Fabian Allen, Vijayakanth Vyaskanth, Noor Ahmed, Jason Behrendorff, Asitha Fernando.
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.
