Preview:
Jaffna Kings and Galle Gladiators will face each other for Qualifier 1 of the Lanka Premier League T20. The former have had an impressive run in the tournament so far. The Thisara Perera-led side has won six games from the eight they have played in the league and are placed at the top of the points table.
Galle Gladiators, on the other hand, have managed to win four matches from the eight they played in the mega event. However, one of their matches was abandoned due to rain. Heading into this contest, both teams will be aiming to dominate the proceedings to book their seat for the finals.
Match Details:
Jaffna Kings vs Galle Gladiators, Qualifier 1
Venue: Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota
Date & Time: 19 December at 08:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV
Pitch Report:
The pitch is expected to favor the spinners. The surface hasn’t supported high-scoring games in the past and the same can be expected in this game
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Probable Playing XIs for JK vs GG :
Jaffna Kings
Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Avishka Fernando, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Shoaib Malik, Ashen Bandara, Thisara Perera (c), Chaturanga de Silva, Wahab Riaz, Suranga Lakmal, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Praveen Jayawickrama
Galle Gladiators
Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Mohammad Hafeez, Bhanuka Rajapaksa (c), Sahan Arachchige, Samit Patel, Isuru Udana, Noor Ahmad, Pulina Tharanga, Mohammad Amir, Pramod Madushan
Top Picks for JK vs GG Dream11 Match:
Top Picks: Batters
Tom Kohler-Cadmore has been instrumental for the Jaffna Kings in the league. In eight matches, he has scored 220 runs with his highest score being 92. He will look to continue his good form in the important match.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa has chipped in 140 runs from eight matches in the mega event. He is one of the key batters of the Galle Gladiators and the team will pin a lot of hope on him to deliver for the side.
Top Picks: All-Rounders
Danushka Gunathilaka has scored 117 runs from eight games so far. His contributions at the top order will be important for the team. He also possesses the ability to make an impact with the ball.
Samit Patel has been exceptional for the team so far. He has scalped 15 wickets from eight matches in the league so far and is currently the highest wicket-taker for the Gladiators.
Top Picks: Bowlers
Noor Ahmad has picked up eight wickets from as many matches in the league so far. He scalped two wickets in the previous match and has also maintained a healthy economy rate.
Wahab Riaz picked up two important wickets in the last match. He will be determined to make a larger impact on the team. He can be a good pick for this match.
Top Picks: Wicketkeepers
Kusal Mendis has been impressive for the team in the mega event so far. In eight games, he has chipped in 203 runs and is currently the highest run-getter of the side as well.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for JK vs GG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Kusal Mendis (vc), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Bhanuka Rajapaksha, Danushka Gunathilaka, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Samit Patel (c), Mohammad Hafeez, Thisara Perera, Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Amir, Noor Ahmad
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for JK vs GG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:
Kusal Mendis, Bhanuka Rajapaksha, Pulina Tharanga, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (c), Avishka Fernando, Samit Patel, Mohammad Hafeez, Chaturanga de Silva, Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Amir, Noor Ahmad (vc)
JK vs GG Risky Captaincy Choices:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz hasn’t looked at his absolute best in the league. He hasn’t been able to perform consistently but is an extremely talented batter, which makes him a risky captaincy option.
JK vs GG Player you should avoid:
Ashen Bandara hasn’t been able to bring an extraordinary performance for the team so far. From five matches, he has scored 66 runs.
