Lanka T20 League 2024

Match 15: JK vs KFL

Preview

The fifth edition of the Lanka T20 League has reached its final leg, with all teams having played 75% of their group stage matches. The action has now shifted to Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium, where the 15th game of the tournament will be played between league leaders Jaffna Kings and bottom-placed Kandy Falcons on Saturday, July 13th.

Jaffna Kings have been the standout team so far, sitting atop the table with 8 points. Their impressive performance has put them in a strong position to secure one of the coveted top four spots. On the other hand, Kandy Falcons have struggled, accumulating only 4 points and currently occupying the bottom position in the standings.

A win for Jaffna Kings in this match would further solidify their position at the top, while a defeat for Kandy Falcons could all but seal their elimination from the tournament. The Falcons will be desperate to pull off an upset and keep their slim playoff hopes alive.

The match promises to be an intriguing encounter, with the table-toppers looking to maintain their momentum and the bottom-placed team fighting to stay in the race. Fans can expect an intense battle as the Lanka T20 League 2024 reaches its climactic final leg.

Match Details
 
Match: JK vs KFL, 15th Match, Lanka T20 League, 2024

Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM

Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo


Pitch and Weather Report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is traditionally known to favor spinners. However, given that the match is part of the T20 Lanka Premier League, the pitch is expected to be a good batting surface. The outfield is reported to be very fast, but there could be some uneven bounce on the pitch, which the teams will need to be wary of.

The weather and pitch conditions will undoubtedly play a crucial role in the outcome of the match between the league-leading Jaffna Kings and the struggling Kandy Falcons. Both teams will need to adapt their strategies accordingly to make the most of the prevailing conditions and secure a vital victory in this crucial stage of the tournament.

The upcoming match at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo faces the threat of rain on Saturday evening. According to the weather predictions, there is a 40% chance of rain in the evening, which could potentially disrupt the proceedings. The temperature is expected to be around 28°C, with a high humidity index of 87% and wind speeds of approximately 19 km/h.

JK vs KFL Squads

JK: Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Rilee Rossouw, Avishka Fernando, Azmatullah Omarzai, Fabian Allen, Pramod Madushan, Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Tabraiz Shamsi, Jason Behrendorff, Dhananjaya de Silva, Alex Ross, Nisala Tharaka, Vishad Randika, Lahiru Samarakoon, Nishan Madushka, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Noor Ahmad, Wanuja Sahan, Theesan Vithushan, Eshan Malinga, Murvin Abinash, Arul Pragasam

KFL: Mohammad Haris (wk), Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Andre Fletcher, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Ramesh Mendis, Kavindu Pathiratne, Kasun Rajitha, Shoriful Islam, Dushmantha Chameera, Chaturanga de Silva, Agha Salman, Shammu Ashan, Lakshan Sandakan, Ashen Bandara, Mohammad Hasnain, Pawan Rathnayake, Mohammad Ali, Chamath Gomez, Dimuth Karunaratne


JK vs KFL Probable Playing XIs

JKL: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Rilee Rossouw, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Fabian Allen, Pramod Madushan, Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Tabraiz Shamsi

KFL: Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Andre Fletcher, Mohammad Haris, Kamindu Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Dasun Shanaka, Ramesh Mendis, Kavindu Pathiratne, Shoriful Islam, Kasun Rajitha

Match Prediction

The last encounter between Jaffna Kings and Kandy Falcons in the Lanka T20 League 2024 was a true run-fest, with both teams amassing nearly 460 runs in just 38.2 overs. Given the batting-friendly nature of the Colombo pitch, a similar high-scoring affair is expected when these two sides meet again on Saturday.

However, despite the potential for another run-heavy encounter, the Jaffna Kings have emerged as the team to beat in Lanka T20 League 2024 so far. Sitting atop the table with 8 points, the Kings have displayed excellent form throughout the tournament. Their ability to dominate opponents and consistently post competitive totals or chase down challenging targets makes them the favorites heading into this match.

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