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LPL 2024: Dambulla Sixers eye first win

Sunday, 07-Jul-2024
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In the 10th match of the ongoing Lanka Premier League on Sunday at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Colombo Strikers will face Dambulla Sixers in what promises to be a crucial encounter for Dambulla Sixers. Colombo Strikers have had a solid start to their campaign, winning two out of their three matches. Their strong performance has been bolstered by their combined efforts. 

On the other hand, Dambulla Sixers are struggling to find their footing this season. Having lost all three of their matches so far, they are yet to secure their first victory. This match is critical for the Sixers as they aim to turn their fortunes around and avoid falling further behind in the standings. Their top players will be expected to step up to break this losing streak and get their campaign back on track. 

Dambulla Sixers lost to Jaffna Kings in their last match, while Colombo Strikers recorded their victory against Kandy Falcons in their last match. 

Dambulla Sixers Probable XI: Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Perera (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Nuwanidu Fernando, Mark Chapman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Dushan Hemantha, Mohammad Nabi (c), Mustafizur Rahman, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka

Colombo Strikers Probable XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Glenn Phillips, Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Shadab Khan, Thisara Perera (c), Angelo Perera, Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Taskin Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana, Garuka Sanketh

 

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