Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Match Details
Match: Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators, Eliminator | LPL 2022
Date: Wednesday, 21 December 2022
Time: 19:00 (GMT+5) /19:30 (GMT+5.5) / 20:00 (GMT+6)
Format: T20
Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Preview
- The Galle Gladiators have dropped their last four league games in a row.
- Colombo Stars finished third, only one victory ahead of Gladiators.
- Prior to the Eliminator, both teams’ poor batting form is a significant problem.
At the R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the Colombo Stars and the Galle Gladiators will square off. On December 21st, at 19:30 local time, the 2022 Lanka Premier League’s Match 22, the Eliminator, begins.
The Stars lost to Jaffna Kings by eight wickets on Monday to complete the group stage of the 2022 LPL, and if they want to advance further in the competition, they must quickly recover in this match. The Stars finished with six points after winning three of their eight games.
The Gladiators, who have dropped six games in the league, have advanced to the playoffs because they have a higher net run rate than Dambulla Aura, who is at the bottom of the standings and defeated them on Monday by four wickets. If Galle wants to win this game, they must reach a new level of performance.
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Weather Report
On the day of the game, there may be a few isolated thunderstorms and a high of 28 degrees Celsius.
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Match Toss Prediction
In the 23 domestic T20 matches played at this Colombo venue, teams batting first have won 14 of them. Both teams’ batting has been inconsistent, and neither appears to be in a position to chase down a score. Both teams will benefit from starting with the bat and putting runs on the board in a game under duress.
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Pitch Report
The pitch is favorable for batting, and in the most recent games here, batters from Jaffna and Dambulla played their strokes easily. The toughest obstacle for batters can be the low bounce. Teams have had success chasing the score here, but only when the target is low.
Colombo Stars Team News & Probable Playing XIs
Charith Asalanka and Dinesh Chandimal will face a challenging assignment in this game. These two need to contribute significantly again since they have in the past. The three bowlers to watch out for are Mohammad Nabi, Jeffrey Vandersay, and Kasun Rajitha. Despite its inconsistent wicket-taking, Bopara and Howell have strong economies and will be essential.
Recent form – L L W W L
Colombo Stars’ Probable XI
Niroshan Dickwella (c & wk), Charith Asalanka, Dinesh Chandimal, Nishan Madushka, Ravi Bopara, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Mohammad Nabi, Dominic Drakes, Benny Howell, Kasun Rajitha, Jeffrey Vandersay
Galle Gladiators Team News & Probable Playing XIs
The instability of the top order is currently Mendis’ major concern. To restore his side back to winning ways, he needs the assistance of Thanuka Dabare, Oshada Fernando, and Asad Shafiq. Iftikhar Ahmed and Azam Khan are the gladiators’ options for the middle order. Even though both of these players are renowned for their powerful swings, none of them recently turned up a noteworthy performance. Another important Gladiators player to keep an eye out for is Nuwanindu Fernando.
Recent form – L L L L W
Galle Gladiators’ Probable XI
Kusal Mendis (c), Azam Khan (wk), Oshada Fernando, Thanuka Dabare, Nuwanidu Fernando, Asad Shafiq, Nimesh Vimukthi, Imad Wasim, Nipun Malinga, Wahab Riaz, Nuwan Thushara
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Head-to-Head Stats (Last 5 matches)
| Team | Win | Loss | Draw |
| Colombo Stars | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Galle Gladiators | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators – Eliminator, Dream 11
Wicket-keeper
- Dinesh Chandimal (C)
- Niroshan Dickwella
- Kusal Mendis
Batters
- Angelo Matthews
- Charith Asalanka
- Nuwanidu Fernando
All-Rounders
- Benny Howell
- Imad Wasim (VC)
Bowlers
- Wahab Riaz
- Jeff Vandersay
- Kasun Rajitha
Colombo Stars vs Galle Gladiators Prediction
Winning the toss
- Colombo Stars
Top batsman
- Colombo Stars – Dinesh Chandimal
- Galle Gladiators – Kusal Mendis
Top bowler
- Colombo Stars – Seekkuge Prasanna
- Galle Gladiators – Nuwan Pradeep
Most sixes
- Colombo Stars – Dinesh Chandimal
- Galle Gladiators – Kusal Mendis
Player of the Match
- Colombo Stars – Dinesh Chandimal
Team Scores Batting First
- Colombo Stars – 170+
- Galle Gladiators – 160+
Colombo Stars is the favourite to win this match.
Colombo Stars have not played particularly well in the 2022 LPL, but they have outperformed Galle Gladiators in bat and ball strength. Although Nuwan Thushara will be a threat with the ball, the Gladiators enter this game with low levels of confidence across the board and a shortage of reliable run scorers. The Colombo Stars will win, according to our forecast.