CS vs KFL, LPL 2024: Dream11 predictions for Match 3 [X]
Colombo Strikers (CS) and Kandy Falcons (KFL) square off against each other in the third match of the ongoing fifth season of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024. The encounter is all set to be played on Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele, Sri Lanka on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024 at 07:30 PM IST.
Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, pitch report, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
Colombo Strikers and Kandy Falcons have faced each other nine times in the Lanka Premier League. Colombo Strikers have dominated and won eight of those, whereas Kandy Falcons have managed to win only once.
| Stats | Matches | Colombo Strikers Won | Kandy Falcons Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| At Pallekele International Cricket Stadium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Last Five Matches | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
The Pallekele Cricket Stadium is renowned for its outstanding batting surface, which provides minimal assistance to fast bowlers. This sets the stage for elegant stroke play and an enjoyable batting experience. Once batters establish their rhythm and settle into their comfort zone, they often capitalize on numerous scoring opportunities. Furthermore, as the game unfolds, the pitch becomes increasingly favourable for spin bowlers.
Matches: 17
Matches won batting first: 9
Matches won batting second: 8
Average first innings score: 163
Average second innings score: 148
As per the last five match records and overall head-to-head records between these two teams, the Colombo Strikers are clear favourites to win this game.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz has an excellent T20 World Cup 2024 tournament, which recently concluded. He was the tournament’s top run scorer, with 281 runs in 8 innings. He will be a key player for the Colombo Strikers this season of the Lanka Premier League.
Muhammad Waseem is in excellent form right now. He was outstanding in the recently concluded Emirates D10 2024, scoring 574 runs in 13 innings with a strike rate of 265.74.
Ace Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews led Kandy Falcons to lift the trophy last season, defeating Dambulla Aura by five wickets. Skipper Matthews became man of the match due to his all-round brilliance in the final.
Wanindu Hasaranga, a versatile all-rounder, is known for his impactful performances with both bat and ball. His contribution was crucial in guiding his team to victory in the Lanka Premier League 2023.
Sri Lanka pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana grabbed the limelight after being bought for a record-breaking USD 120,000 in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) Player Auction. Although his performance was not up to par in the T20 World Cup 2024, he performed well in the IPL 2024.
Right-handed wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Chandimal was the third highest run-scorer in the previous edition of the Lanka Premier League, scoring 259 runs. He is a great differential pick considering his batting position and experience.
Considering the conditions and probable-XIs, a combination of 2-2-4-3 or 3-2-3-3 would be ideal for this fixture.
Wicketkeepers: Dinesh Chandimal, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sadeera Samarawickrama
Batters: Muhammad Waseem, Agha Salman
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Angelo Mathews, Thisara Perera
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dunith Wellalage
Captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Vice-captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
Colombo Strikers: 6 Players; Kandy Falcons: 5 Players
Wicketkeepers: Andre Fletcher, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Muhammad Waseem, Dimuth Karunaratne
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka, Thisara Perera, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera, Taskin Ahmed
Captain: Muhammad Waseem
Vice-captain: Matheesha Pathirana
Colombo Strikers: 6 Players; Kandy Falcons: 5 Players
