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CLAIM NOWDambulla Sixers vs Jaffna Kings, LPLT20, Today Match Prediction 03 July 2024
DAS vs JKS Win Probability
Toss Winner - Jaffna Kings won the toss and choose to bowl first
Jaffna Kings won by 4 wickets
Jaffna Kings have won three of their last five matches against Dambulla Sixers.
- Both Dambulla Sixers and Jaffna Kings have lost their opening games of Lanka Premier League 2024.
- A score of around 170 will be par on this wicket.
- Pathum Nissanka and Mark Chapman are our picks for the batters to watch out for in this game.
We are backing Jaffna Kings as the winners of this contest.
| Tournament: | Lanka Premier League, 2024 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, Sri Lanka |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 28.2°C|Light rain shower |
DAS vs JKS Live Prediction
DAS vs JKS Match Prediction & Analysis
Get ready for another exciting match in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024! The Dambulla Sixers, last year's runners-up, are hungry for a championship this time around. They'll face off against the Jaffna Kings, a three-time champion team looking to bounce back after a fourth-place finish last season. This promises to be a high-stakes clash between a team on the rise and a powerhouse seeking redemption.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
DAS
L L W W W
DAS
147/4 in 20.0 7.35
151/5 in 19.5 7.61
JKS
L L L L W
JKS
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Dambulla Sixers Preview
Dambulla Sixers have started their new season with a loss against Kandy Falcons in Pallekele. Batting first, Dambulla posted 179-4 on the board with the help of superb knocks from Mark Chapman (91* off 61) and Chamindu Wickramasinghe (62* off 42). However, Kandy coasted to the target with 16 balls to spare.
Dambulla Sixers boast a powerful batting lineup that is known for going all out. Keep your eye on Kusal Perera, a key player who can turn the tide with his explosive batting. He's famous for his match-winning 153* knock in a Test match against South Africa, but he's a T20 star too, with tons of half-centuries under his belt. We expect him and Chapman to lead the charge for the Sixers!
This batting order is packed with firepower! Kusal Perera gets things going at the top, followed by the reliable Nuwanidu Fernando. Middle order boasts rising star Towhid Hridoy and the big-hitting duo of Chapman and captain Mohammad Nabi himself.
The Dambulla Sixers' bowling attack is likely to revolve around the experience of Nuwan Thusara and Mustafizur Rahman. Dilshan Madushanka, with his left-arm angle, offers a different look and could be crucial for early wickets. Fresh off a season with just over ten wickets, Madushanka will be looking to make his mark with the new ball.
Dambulla Sixers Predicted Playing XI:
Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Perera (wk), Nuwanidu Fernando, Towhid Hridoy, Mark Chapman, Mohammad Nabi (c), Akila Dananjaya, Nuwan Thushara, Mustafizur Rahman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Dilshan Madushanka
Dambulla Sixers Key Players From Previous Game Of Lanka Premier League, 2024
Dambulla Sixers Actual Playing XI:
Nuwanidu Fernando, Danushka Gunathilaka, Akila Dananjaya, Mustafizur Rahman, Nuwan Thushara, Kusal Perera, Towhid Hridoy, Mark Chapman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Nimesh Vimukthi, Mohammad Nabi
Jaffna Kings Preview
Jaffna Kings too have started their season with a loss. They were defeated by 5 wickets by Galle Marvels in Pallekele after putting on 177-7 on the board. Pathum Nissanka (51 off 33 balls) and Avishka Fernando (59 off 48 balls) were the top contributors for them in the game.
The Kings pack a punch in their batting lineup, and captain Charith Asalanka is a big reason why. Last year, he tore through the Dambulla Sixers' bowling attack, scoring a brilliant 56 runs off just 52 balls. Teammate Avishka Fernando is also on a hot streak, smashing 102 runs in his last 3 matches with an impressive average of 34 and a strike rate of over 134. These in-form batsmen will be a force to be reckoned with for the Sixers' bowlers.
Look out for Vijayakanth Viyaskanth with the ball on this pitch! The leg-spinner boasts an impressive record in T20 cricket, with 44 wickets in his career so far. His average of 20 and economy rate of 6.92 suggest he's a wicket-taking threat with good control. Dhananjaya de Silva also deserves a mention after his economical spell the other night. He only gave away 16 runs in his 4 overs while grabbing a wicket, and his bowling could be crucial again in this match.
Jaffna Kings Predicted Playing XI:
Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Rilee Rossouw, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Dhananjaya de Silva, Fabian Allen, Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Pramod Madushan, Jason Behrendorff
Jaffna Kings Key Players From Previous Game Of Lanka Premier League, 2024
Jaffna Kings Actual Playing XI:
Avishka Fernando, Rilee Rossouw, Pathum Nissanka, Fabian Allen, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Mendis, Jason Behrendorff, Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Azmatullah Omarzai
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is known for its balanced pitch, offering a fair fight between batsmen and bowlers. While good for stroke-making early on, the pitch tends to slow down as the match progresses, creating opportunities for spin bowlers to shine. In fact, spin bowlers from either side will play the most decisive part in this game.
There's a chance of scattered thunderstorms in Pallekele throughout matchday, especially during the game itself. Combined with hot and humid temperatures, this could impact player performance and the overall game.
DAS vs JKS Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
Batting Conditions
Pace Bowling
Spin Bowling
The average first innings score at Pallekele is 162. The highest total posted here in domestic T20s is Jaffna Kings’ 240/4 against Dambulla Aura in the LPL 2022. Jaffna won that match by 51 runs. This is likely to be a balanced encounter and the team batting first will be looking to target a score of around 180 runs.
Total Over/Under Betting Tips
The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has been conducive to batting and the average fours per match in the last three games at this venue is 38. In all the games played in LPL 2024 at this venue, the total fours per game has been over 31.5. We predict another high-scoring game where you can expect a lot of runs to be scored in fours and the total fours to be over 31.5 runs.
Toss: To Bowl
Both the matches played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium this season at the time of writing have been won by the team chasing. Thus, we think the team winning the toss in this match will be looking to field first too.
DAS vs JKS
Winning Prediction
The match between Dambulla Sixers and Jaffna Kings is shaping up to be an exciting contest. The Sixers will be looking to overpower their opponents with a strong batting display from their star players. However, the Jaffna Kings seem to have the upper hand on paper, boasting a seasoned top order with big names like Rossouw, Nissanka, Asalanka, and Mendis. Their middle order is equally solid, with Avishka Fernando and Dhananjaya de Silva adding experience and stability. Their middle order is equally strong, with Avishka Fernando and Dhananjaya de Silva adding experience and stability.
Dambulla lacks fire at the top, putting them at a slight disadvantage. While Dambulla's bowlers, Mustafizur and Thusara, could pose a threat if they grab early wickets, Jaffna Kings' batting depth seems likely to help them secure a win.
We are backing Jaffna Kings as the winners of this contest.
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