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Dambulla Aura vs Jaffna Kings LPL 2023 Match 4 – Match Prediction, Preview, Cricket Tips, Head To Head And Live Streaming
Jaffna Kings defeated Colombo Stars in first match.
Published: Aug 01, 2023, 11:46 AM (IST)
Edited: Aug 01, 2023, 12:30 PM (IST)
DAMBULLA Aura suffered a heart-breaking loss to Galle Titans in their tournament opener. Chasing a target of 181 runs, Dhananjaya de Silva’s 43 and Kusal Perera’s 40 helped the team tie the game. The match went into the super over where Galle Titans picked up a thrilling win.
Meanwhile, defending champions Jaffna Kings started the campaign with a comprehensive win over Colombo Strikers. Having posted a big score of 173-5, Kings bowled out Colombo Strikers for 152, thus winning the game by 21 runs.
Dambulla Aura vs Jaffna Kings Match Details
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 1, 3:00 PM IST
Where To Watch And Live Streaming Details: Star Sports and FanCode
R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch has supported the spinners as the ball has gripped and turned. Batters need to spend time at the wicket before looking to play aggressively.
Dambulla Aura Team News
Noor Ahmed is available for selection and should find a place in the Dambulla Aura’s playing 11.
Key Players
Kusal Perera – Kusal Perera played a swashbuckling knock of 25-ball 40 against Galle Titans. The left-hander is one of the key batters in the team and will be eyeing another good show for Dambulla Aura.
Dhananjaya de Silva – Dhananjaya de Silva scored 43 against the Titans and also bagged a wicket. His all-round skills will be vital to Dambulla Aura
Praveen Jayawickrama – The left-arm spinner will be a threat to Jaffna Kings. The pitch will favour the spinner and Jayawickrama has the skills to exploit the conditions and aid in the team’s win.
Playing 11: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dhananjaya de Silva, Alex Ross, Hayden Kerr/Noor Ahmed, Binura Fernando, Shahnawaz Dahani, Praveen Jayawickrama, Ravindu Fernando
Jaffna Kings Team News
David Miller has completed his duties in the MLC and will be available for selection. Miller should come into the playing 11 against Dambulla Aura.
Key Players
Rahmanullah Gurbaz– Rahmanullah Gurbaz had a decent run in the Zim Afro T10 League and played short yet crisp innings against Colombo Strikers. He will be eyeing a good show against Dambulla.
Charith Asalanka: Charith Asalanka is one of the top run-getters of the Lanka Premier League. He had an ordinary run in the opening game but with the skills he possesses, he should be back among the runs against Aura.
Vijaykanth Viyaskanth – Vijaykanth Viyaskanth was awarded the player of the match for his spell of 2-17 against Colombo Strikers. A similar sort of performance is expected of him against Dambulla.
Predicted XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Nishan Madushka (wk), Charith Asalanka, Priyamal Perera, Towhid Hridoy/David Miller, Dunith Wellalage, Thisara Perera (c), Maheesh Theekshana, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Dilshan Madushanka, Hardus Viljoen
Dambulla Aura vs Jaffna Kings Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | Dambulla Aura | Jaffna Kings | NR | Tie | |
| Overall | 8 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Dambulla Aura vs Jaffna Kings Tips
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is a top choice for Galle Titans’ top batter
Kusal Perera played a whirlwind innings of 40 in the first match. He can be the top scorer for Dambulla in the next match.
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Ace spinner Maheesh Theekshana can take 2 or more wickets against Dambulla.