Galle Marvels will take on Jaffna Kings in the sixth match of the Lanka Premier League 2024 on Friday in Dambulla. The Marvels have made an outstanding start to their campaign, having won both the matches they have played so far. They are sitting right at the top of the table with two wins in as many matches.
On the other hand, Jaffna Kings lost their first game against Galle Marvels but bounced back with a 4-wicket win over Dambulla Sixers. Once again, they will take on the Marvels in their third game on Friday. The Kings would look to come back hard and continue the winning momentum.
Galle Marvels Review
Galle Marvels have made a rollicking start and one of the biggest reasons behind that is their captain Dickwella’s form with the bat. His scores in the last two games read: 47 (27) and 50 (18). The skipper would be keen to continue his fine run in the tournament. The presence of Alex Hales makes it a formidable opening pair.
The middle-order faltered against spin in the last game but valuable knocks from Udana (54 off 34) and Arachchige (35) tell about the depth they have in the batting lineup.
In the bowling department, M Theekshana has been brilliant so far. He returned with figures of 2 for 20 in 4 overs in the last game. Isuru Udana contributed both with the bat and ball in the last game and will, once again, be a crucial player in the team.
Jaffna Kings Review
The win in their last match against Dambulla would have given a lot of confidence to the Jaffna Kings. Pathum Nissanka, once again, gave a decent start with his 27-run knock off 18 balls. Kusal Mendis is short of runs but his presence makes this batting outfit a formidable one.
Skipper Charith Asalanka has taken on the responsibility to capitalize in the middle-order. He has been brilliant so far. The southpaw played a match-winning knock of 50 off just 36 balls in the last game. However, the one who stole the show was Avishka Fernando with his sensational knock of 80 off 34 balls, including seven fours and six sixes.
The bowling, though, looks a concern for them. The likes of Behrendorff and Azmatullah haven’t found form yet. Dhananjaya de Silva is currently their highest wicket-taker with three wickets to his name.
Favorite Team in Today Match Prediction
If you look at the current form of both teams, then Galle Marvels have a better chance of winning the encounter. The Marvels looks favourite to win the clash. Following are some of the reasons why Galle Marvels have a better chance of winning the encounter:
- Galle Marvels are coming into the encounter on the back of two back-to-back wins.
- Marvels haven’t lost a game yet and have already beaten Jaffna Kings, once, this season.
- Galle Marvels have great depth in their batting line-up and most of the batters are amongst the runs.
- They have a great balance in their bowling unit, consisting of potent spinners and pacers.
Winning Chances of Today Match for Both Teams
Galle Marvels have all bases covered. The openers are in good form and the middle order looks sorted, too. The presence of all-rounders gives them the right kind of balance in the team. Marvels have won two games in a row and are likely to make it three consecutive wins.
Galle Marvels have a 60 per cent chance of winning the game
Jaffna Kings have a 40 per cent chance of winning the game
Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings Pitch Report Today Match
The 6th match between Galle Marvels and Jaffna Kings is scheduled at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla. The stadium will host the first game, this season.
So far, six matches have been played on this surface with the team batting first winning on four occasions. The average first-inning score on this ground is 159. The pitch tends to be a balanced one. The fast bowlers will get assistance with the new balls and spinners will come into play in the middle-order. The batters need to get his eye in to play a big knock.
Galle vs Jaffna Today Match Weather Report
The temperature is expected to be around 27 degrees. As per the forecast, there is a 24 per cent chance of rain. However, the probability of rain at night reduces drastically. Thus, one could expect a good game of cricket. Humidity is set to be at 92 per cent.
Who Will Win Today Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings 6th Match LPL T20 2024
Who Will Win Today Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings 6th Match LPL T20 2024 Toss- Galle Marvels
Who Will Win Today Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings 6th Match LPL T20 2024 Match- Galle Marvels
JKS vs GMS Dream11 Prediction Team
Wicket-keepers:
N Dickwella
K Mendis
Batters
A Hales
A Fernando
C Asalanka
P Nissanka
All-rounders
I Udana
D de Silva
D Pretorius
S Arachchige
Bolwers
M Theekshana
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