With two back-to-back losses, Dambulla Sixers are at the bottom of Lanka Premier League points table. Up next, the Mohammad Nabi-led side will face three-time champions Jaffna Kings, who defeated them by four wickets in the previous match. For Dambulla, Kusal Mendis wreaked havoc in the last match, smashing 102* runs off 52 deliveries. Nuwanidu Fernando and Mark Chapman looked good but their strike rate was a massive concern.
For Jaffna, Avishka Fernando and Charith Asalanka had a stunning day. Fernando smashed 80 runs off 34 deliveries while Asalanka made 50 runs off 36 balls. Courtesy of their impactful knocks, Jaffna picked up the win but only in the final delivery of the match. When these two teams face again on July 6 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium another close contest is expected but this time, Dambulla would hope to get the job done to stay in the hunt.
Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Dambulla Sixers vs Jaffna Kings, LPL 2024 | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla | Saturday, July 6, 7:30 PM (IST) | Star Sports Network, Fancode App and Website |
Pitch Report
Batting first will be ideal on the surface in Dambulla. The surface tends to get slower with each over and spinners are likely to get assistance. Anything over 175 runs will be a good total on the surface.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Dambulla Sixers Won | Jaffna Kings Won | NR |
| 10 | 01 | 08 | 01 |
Probable Playing 11 for DS vs JK
Dambulla Sixers
Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Perera (wk), Nuwanidu Fernando, Towhid Hridoy, Mark Chapman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohammad Nabi (c), Nimesh Vimukthi, Akila Dananjaya, Nuwan Thushara, Mustafizur Rahman
Jaffna Kings
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Avishka Fernando, Rilee Rossouw, Charith Asalanka (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Dhananjaya de Silva, Fabian Allen, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Asitha Fernando, Jason Behrendorff
Check Here: DS vs JK Live Score, Match 8
Probable Top Performers from DS vs JK
Probable Best Batter: Avishka Fernando
Opener Avishka Fernando is in remarkable form at the moment. The 26-year-old smashed 139 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 169.51 and is currently the leading run-scorer of the tournament.
Probable Best Bowler: Dhananjaya de Silva
On a surface that’s going to help the spinners, Dhananjaya de Silva can create a massive impact. He has picked up three wickets in two matches at an economy of 5.12.
Today’s Match Prediction: Jaffna Kings to win the match
Scenario 1
Dambulla Sixers win the toss and bat
PP score – 35-45
DS – 155-175
Jaffna Kings win the match
Scenario 2
Jaffna Kings win the toss and bat
Pp score – 45-55
JK – 160-180
Jaffna Kings 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.