Published: Aug 01, 2023, 02:08 PM (IST)
Edited: Aug 01, 2023, 03:08 PM (IST)
GALLE Titans defeated Dambulla Aura in a thrilling match that went to the Super Over. It was also the opening match for both teams. On the other hand, B -Love Kandy had a really dismal outing as they failed to perform and suffered a 27-run loss against Colombo Strikers.
This is the fifth match of the ongoing edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023. Both teams will be eyeing to register a crucial win. Galle Titans have the opportunity to seal the top spot in the points table with this win and they will be looking forward to doing that.
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 1, 7:30 PM IST
Where To Watch And Live Streaming Details: Star Sports and FanCode
The pitch supports the spinners really well as the ball has gripped and turned. Batters need to spend time at the wicket before changing gears, otherwise, a team can lose a bunch of wickets quickly.
No injury is reported and all players performed well so Galle Titans are expected to play an unchanged playing 11.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa – Bhanuka Rajapaksa played an extremely crucial 48-run knock against Dambulla Aura in their opening match and will be looking forward to performing in a similar manner for the remainder of the tournament.
Dasun Shanka – The skipper led from front in the last match against DA and the team will once again be expecting a similar performance from him
Shakib Al Hasan – The pitch is spin friendly and even though Shakib Al Hasan could only pick one wicket for just 25 runs. The veteran spinner will be one of their aces in the match against B-Love Kandy.
Predicted XI – Shevon Daniel, Lasith Croospulle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Dasun Shanaka (c), Lahiru Samarakoon, Seekkuge Prasanna, Vishwa Fernando, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kasun Rajitha
Asif Ali is available for selection and he may find a place in the team against Galle Titans.
Dinesh Chandimal – Dinesh Chandimal is one of the top performers in the LPL but had a dismal outing in the last game. However, he’d like to bring his experience into use and win his team their first game.
Wanindu Hasaranga – Wanindu Hasaranga is one of the biggest spinners in the shortest format of the game and will have a huge role in order for Kandy to register their first win. Hasaranga will enjoy the conditions so he is a threat with the ball.
Mujeeb ur Rahman – Mujeeb ur Rahman was wicketless in the first game but was quite economical and only just 28 runs. He would be a crucial bowler for the Kandy side too.
Predicted XI –Ashen Bandara, Dinesh Chandimal, Thanuka Dabare/Asif Ali, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Angelo Mathews, Isuru Udana, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Aamer Jamal, Mohammad Hasnain, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
| Matches | GT | BLK | Tie | NR |
| 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Galle Titans vs B-Love Kandy Tips
Galle Titans will be favourite to win this match after their performance in the first game.
Bhankuka Rajapaksa scored 48 in the previous game and can be backed as B-Love Kandy’s top bowler.
Wanindu Hasaranga can be the top wicket-taker for BLK as the pitch is supporting spinners and we can get to witness his magic.
