Lanka T10 League 2025

Match 7: NEK vs GM

Preview

Nuwara Eliya Kings (NEK) will face Galle Marvels (GM) in match 7 of the Lanka T10 League 2024 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Friday. Both NEK fixtures were called off due to rain. Skipper Saurabh Tiwary will be hoping the team can put on a good show in this clash. 

Galle Marvels (GM) on the other hand are currently positioned at the top of the table with three points to their name. Captain Maheesh Theekshana will hope his side to continue their unbeaten run in the competition and consolidate their position at the top of the table.  

Match Details

Match: NEK vs GM, 7th Match, Lanka T10 League, 2024

Date: Friday, December 13, 2024

Time: 4:00 PM

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Pitch and Weather Report

The Pallekele International Stadium is known for its batting-friendly nature, providing an ideal surface for batsmen to dominate. The pitch tends to offer minimal assistance to pacers, allowing batsmen to settle in and score big runs with relative ease. As the match progresses, the surface dries out, becoming increasingly favourable for spinners. 

The temperature will be around 23°C, with humidity at 86% and wind speeds of 12.0 km/h. Visibility is good at 10 km, but there is a 100% chance of precipitation during the game, which could impact play.

NEK vs GM Squads

NEK: Umar Akmal (wk), Saurabh Tiwary (c), Avishka Fernando, Danushka Gunathilaka, Yashodha Lanka, Lahiru Madushanka, Benny Howell, Vishen Halambage, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushan Hemantha, Nimsara Atharagalla, Rivaldo Clarke, Aftab Alam, Oshane Thomas, Zubaid Akbari, Pulindu Perera, Kyle Mayers, Kasun Rajitha

GM: Sandun Weerakkody (wk), Maheesh Theekshana (c), Alex Hales, Andre Fletcher, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Shakib Al Hasan, Sadisha Rajapaksa, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Jeffrey Vandersay, Luke Wood, Zahoor Khan, Binura Fernando, Kesrick Williams, Dumindu Sewmina, Niroshan Dickwella, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kevin Koththigoda, Tadiwanashe Marumani

NEK vs GM Probable Playing XIs

NEK: Avishka Fernando, Umar Akmal (wk), Yashodha Lanka, Saurabh Tiwary (c), Rivaldo Clarke, Lahiru Madushanka, Benny Howell, Vishen Halambage, Dushan Hemantha, Nimsara Atharagalla, Kasun Rajitha

GM: Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Sadisha Rajapaksa, Andre Fletcher, Sandun Weerakkody (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Jeffrey Vandersay, Luke Wood, Maheesh Theekshana (c), Zahoor Khan, Binura Fernando

Match Prediction

The Marvels are red hot form. They are familiar with these conditions and possess a well-balanced squad. We are backing Maheesh Theekshana and co to win this match. 

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