CS vs DA: B-Love Kandy will lock horns against Colombo Strikers in Match 8 of the LPL, 2023 on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, Colombo, Ontario.
The Colombo strikers began their tournament campaign with a 21-run defeat against the Jaffna Kings. However, they quickly recovered in their next game, securing a 27-run victory against B LOVE KANDY, thanks to a well-composed half-century knock by Babar Azam. Currently positioned fourth on the points table, they aim to climb higher with a win in the upcoming match.
On the other hand, Dambulla Aura’s season has been marked by ups and downs. They started their tournament campaign with a nail-biting defeat in the super over against Galle Titans but, they displayed their potential in the next match, defeating Jaffna Kings by eight wickets.
However, their fortunes took a turn as they lost to B LOVE KANDY by seven wickets in their subsequent game. Currently, with one win in three matches, they occupy the third spot on the points table. All in all, an action-packed T20 match awaits us on Saturday as two star-studded teams go head-to-head.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the Match 8 of the Lanka Premier League, 2023.
CS vs DA Match Details
- Match: Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy, Match 8
- Date: Saturday, August 5, 2023
- Time: 3:00 PM (IST)
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
Pitch Report For CS vs DA, Match 8
This venue has witnessed two matches in this tournament, and both have been low-scoring affairs, suggesting the surface might not be favorable for batting. Moreover, chasing has proven to be relatively easier. Hence, the team winning the toss is likely to opt for chasing at this venue.
Pitch Stats of Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, Colombo For CS vs DA, Match 8
Stats based on the previous five matches —
- Average First Innings Score: 176
- Average Total Score: 152
- Team Batting First Won: 1
- Team Bowling First Won: 4
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
Probable Playing XI For CS vs DA, Match 8
Colombo Strikers Playing XI
Niroshan Dickwella (C & WK), Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Chamika Karunaratne, Ramesh Mendis, Mohammad Nawaz, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana, Jeffrey Vandersay.
B-Love Kandy Playing XI
Kusal Mendis (C & WK), Avishka Fernando, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva, Alex Ross, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Hayden Kerr, Binura Fernando, Shahnawaz Dahani, Ravindu Fernando, Noor Ahmad.
Colombo Strikers & B-Love Kandy Form in Last 5 Matches
CS Form
DA Form
CS vs DA Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 8
| Player | Stats (This Tournament) |
|---|---|
| Dhananjaya de Silva | 104 Runs & 3 Wickets |
| Avishka Fernando | 85 Runs |
| Kusal Perera | 82 Runs |
| Babar Azam | 66 Runs |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 4 Wickets |
| Naseem Shah | 3 Wickets |
| Binura Fernando | 3 Wickets |
CS vs DA Captaincy Picks For Match 8 Between Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Babar Azam
CS vs DA Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 8
Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Niroshan Dickwella
- Batters: Kusal Perera, Babar Azam, Avishka Fernando
- All-Rounders: Dhananjaya de Silva, Chamika Karunaratne, Hayden Kerr
- Bowlers: Binura Fernando, Naseem Shah, Shahnawaz Dahani, Matheesha Pathirana
- Captain: Dhananjaya de Silva
- Vice-Captain: Matheesha Pathirana
Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Niroshan Dickwella, Kusal Mendis
- Batters: Kusal Perera, Babar Azam, Avishka Fernando
- All-Rounders: Dhananjaya de Silva, Mohammad Nawaz, Chamika Karunaratne, Hayden Kerr
- Bowlers: Binura Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana
- Captain: Dhananjaya de Silva
- Vice-Captain: Babar Azam
CS vs DA Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
B-Love Kandy are expected to win this match.
CS vs DA – Match 8 of Lanka Premier League, 2023, Live Broadcast & Online Streaming Details, Where to Watch in India?
- Live Streaming: Fancode
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
