DS vs GM are set to face off each other in match 16 of the ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL 2024), on Sunday, July 14, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Dambulla Sixers are languishing at the bottom half of the points table, having won only two games and lost three out of the five they have played so far. Meanwhile, Galle Marvels are placed at No. 2 on the LPL points table, with four wins and two losses from six encounters.
These two teams faced each other earlier this week in Dambulla and the Sixers emerged victorious by a 25-run margin. After posting a total of 160/8 on the back of Chamindu Wickramasinghe’s game-changing half-century, Dambulla bowled out Galle for 135, as Nuwan Thushara and Dushan Hemantha bagged three wickets apiece.
Notably, Dambulla are coming off two consecutive wins, while Galle bounced back from the defeat to Mohammad Nabi’s men with a victory against Kandy Falcons.
Also Check: DS vs GM Live Score, Match 16
Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Dambulla Sixers vs Galle Marvels, LPL 2024 | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium | Sunday, July 14, 3:00 PM (IST) | Star Sports Network, Fancode App and Website |
Pitch Report
The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is expected to provide a balanced surface, where there will be something in it for the batters as well as the bowlers. The captain who wins the toss might opt to bowl first and assess the conditions in what is going to be the first match the venue is hosting in LPL 2024.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Dambulla Sixers Won | Galle Marvels won |
| 04 | 03 | 01 |
Probable Playing 11 for DS vs GM
Dambulla Sixers:
Reeza Hendricks, Kusal Perera, Lahiru Udara (WK), Mark Chapman, Nuwanidu Fernando, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohammad Nabi (C), Dushan Hemantha, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Thushara, Nuwan Pradeep
Galle Marvels:
Niroshan Dickwella (C & WK), Alex Hales, Tim Seifert, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Sahan Arachchige, Dwaine Pretorius, Isuru Udana, Kavindu Nadeeshan, Maheesh Theekshana, Prabath Jayasuriya
Probable Top Performers from DS vs GM
Probable Best Batter of the match:
The England opener has been in scintillating form so far in LPL 2024. In six games, Alex Hales has amassed 243 runs at an average of 48.60 and a strike rate of 138.85. He has notched up two half-centuries, including a highest of 86 not out versus Kandy Falcons in the last match.
Probable Best Bowler of the match:
The Sri Lankan seam-bowling all-rounder has been among the wickets this season, having bagged 11 wickets from six matches at an average of 20.45. He is the leading wicket-taker so far this season. Isuru Udana’s ability to use his variations at the death has been excellent and he has also fared decently with the new ball.
Today’s Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match
Scenario 1
Dambulla Sixers win the toss and bowl
PP score – 45-55
GM – 160-170
Dambulla Sixers win the match
Scenario 2
Galle Marvels win the toss and bowl
PP score – 45-55
DS – 165-175
Galle Marvels win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.