Jaffna Kings and Dambulla Sixers will face each other in the game 8 of the Lankan Premier League 2024, This game is happening in Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.Check out DS vs JK Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Tips, Pitch Report, Probable Playing 11 and an overall Preview of the upcoming match.
Match Preview
At the Rangiri Dambulla Stadium, the Dambulla Sixers find themselves at the bottom of the table as they prepare for their second clash of the tournament. The Dambulla Sixers have struggled, losing both of their games so far. In contrast, the Jaffna Kings have shown impressive form, winning two out of their three games and entering this match with two consecutive victories. The Kings have demonstrated their ability to chase down targets, securing the biggest chase of the tournament so far, and consistently winning in the final overs.
Dambulla Sixers have had a rough start, losing both of their matches while defending their totals. Facing the formidable Jaffna Kings again, Dambulla will be eager to turn their fortunes around and earn their first points on the table. Meanwhile, the Jaffna Kings will aim to maintain their winning streak and momentum. This match promises to be a crucial test for both teams, with Dambulla desperate for a win and Jaffna looking to solidify their dominance.
Match Details
- Tournament – Lanka Premier League
- Match: Jaffna Kings vs Dambulla Sixers.
- Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
- Date : July 6, 2024 @7:30 IST
- Live Streaming: Fan Code , Star Sports 3
Check out: The Best Dream11 Winning Tips of Lanka Premier League
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report
The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is known for its traditionally bowling-friendly pitch, benefiting both seamers and spinners due to the dry and humid conditions. New balls tend to assist seamers, while older balls become favorable for spinners as the pitch begins to crumble, enhancing spin bowling. Batsmen usually find the pitch challenging, needing to be cautious with big shots and spend time at the crease to understand the conditions before attacking the bowlers.
However, the last match at this stadium produced a contrasting result. While the new ball favored the bowlers, the pitch became more favorable for batting as the game progressed. The ball came onto the bat nicely, making it a good surface for batting, especially in the second innings.
Ground Stats
- Total Matches Played: 5
- Batting First Won: 2
- Batting Second Won: 3
- Average First innings total:170
DS vs JK Probable Playing 11
Dambulla Sixers: Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Perera(WK), Nuwanidu Fernando, Ibrahim Zadran, Mark Chapman,Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohammed Nabi(C), Akila Dhananjaya, Nuwan Thushara, Mustafizur Rahman, Nuwan Pradeep.
Jaffna Kings: Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Riley Rossouw, Kusal Mendis(wk), Charith Asalanka (C), Dhananjaya de Silva, Noor Ahmed, Asitha Fernando, V Viyaskanth, Azmatullah Omarzai, Jason Behrendorff.
DS vs JK Dream11 – Top Fantasy Picks
| Kings | Sixers |
|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka (541 runs) | Nuwanindu Fernando ( 448 Runs) |
| Kusal Mendis (1313) | Mark Chapman (1364 runs, 11 wickets) |
| Azmatullah Omarzai (532 runs & 42 Wickets) | Mustafizur Rahman (186 wickets) |
| Aviskha Fernando (1718 runs) | Nuwan Thusara (61 wickets) |
| V Vijayakanth (19 Wickets) | Kusal Perera (1123 Runs) |
DS vs JK Dream11 Team
DS vs JK Dream11 Match Winner
The match is expected to be a close contest, as both teams have well-balanced squads. With a high-scoring game on the cards, this encounter promises to be a thrilling affair. Although Jaffna has better momentum coming into this match, Dambulla boasts a superior head-to-head record against the Kings. However, on paper, the Kings have a stronger squad and are expected to have a slight edge over the sixers.
Match Winner: Jaffna Kings
