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The 12th match of the Lanka Premier League pits the resurgent Dambulla Sixers against the in-form Galle Marvels. The Sixers, buoyed by their first win, will be desperate to climb the points table, while the high-flying Marvels aim to solidify their position at the top.
Dambulla Sixers: Building on Momentum
After a string of losses, the Sixers finally found their winning touch against the Colombo Strikers. Openers Kusal Perera and Reeza Hendricks were the heroes with a brilliant 154-run stand. However, their bowling remains a concern, and they’ll need a significant improvement to challenge the in-form Marvels.
Predicted Playing XI:
- Mohammad Nabi (c)
- Kusal Perera
- Reeza Hendricks
- Lahiru Udara (wk)
- Nuwanidu Fernando
- Mark Chapman
- Chamindu Wickramasinghe
- Dushan Hemantha
- Dilshan Madushanka
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Nuwan Pradeep
Galle Marvels: A Team on Fire
The Galle Marvels have been the team to beat in the tournament. They boast a potent batting lineup, with Alex Hales, Tim Seifert, and Bhanuka Rajapaksa in stellar form. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Dwaine Pretorius and Isuru Udana, has also been impressive.
Predicted Playing XI:
- Niroshan Dickwella (c & wk)
- Alex Hales
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Tim Seifert
- Janith Liyanage
- Sahan Arachchige
- Dwaine Pretorius
- Isuru Udana
- Kavindu Nadeeshan
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Zahoor Khan
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium offers a batsman-friendly surface with true bounce and pace. Spinners come into play later in the innings. Expect clear skies and scorching heat, making dew unlikely.
Sixers Can Spring a Surprise?
While the Galle Marvels are favorites on paper, the Sixers shouldn’t be completely written off. Their batting clicked in the last game, and if their bowlers can rise to the occasion, they can challenge the Marvels.
Match Prediction:
This match promises to be a high-scoring encounter. The team that bats first will look to put up a big total, and the other side will chase it down with their explosive batting lineups. With both teams boasting firepower, this could go down to the wire. We expect a close contest, but the Galle Marvels’ overall form gives them a slight edge.
Winner: Galle Marvels Will Win
