JK vs CS: Colombo Strikers will lock horns against Jaffna Kings in Match 1 of the LPL, 2023 on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo.
The Jaffna Kings will have star Lankan all-rounder Thisara Perera as their captain. The team’s experience will be bolstered by Charith Asalanka and Shoaib Malik, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz will be the wicketkeeper. Keep an eye on Maheesh Theekshana, who made waves in IPL 2023 for Chennai Super Kings, as he takes the lead in their bowling lineup.
On the other hand, Niroshan Dickwella will captain the Colombo Strikers, partnering with star Pakistan batter Babar Azam in leading the team. They’ll be supported by experienced T20 stars Angelo Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Chamika Karunaratne. The bowling lineup, consisting of Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana, and Jeffery Vandersay, promises to be deadly.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for the Match 1 of the Lanka Premier League, 2023.
JK vs CS Match Details
- Match: Jaffna Kings vs Colombo Strikers, Match 1
- Date: Sunday, July 30, 2023
- Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo
Pitch Report For JK vs CS, Match 1
The R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has proven to be a spinner’s paradise, with an average first-inning score of only 150 runs. Scoring runs here is a challenging task, and chasing teams have had the upper hand, winning four out of the five matches. The team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.
Pitch Stats of R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo For JK vs CS, Match 1
Stats based on the previous five matches —
- Average First Innings Score: 157
- Average Total Score: 138
- Team Batting First Won: 1
- Team Bowling First Won: 4
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
Probable Playing XI For JK vs CS, Match 1
Jaffna Kings Playing XI
Thisara Perera (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Nishan Madushka, Charith Asalanka, Towhid Hridoy, David Miller, Asela Gunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Zaman Khan, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Maheesh Theekshana.
Colombo Strikers Playing XI
Niroshan Dickwella (C & WK), Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka, Angelo Perera, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chamika Karunaratne, Mohammad Nawaz, Matheesha Pathirana, Naseem Shah, Jeffrey Vandersay, Wahab Riaz.
Jaffna Kings & Colombo Strikers Form in Last 5 Matches
JK Form
CS Form
JK vs CS Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 1
| Player | Stats (T20 Career) |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 9201 Runs |
| David Miller | 9627 Runs |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 2455 Runs & 180 Wickets |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 120 Runs |
| Naseem Shah | 77 Wickets |
| Pathum Nissanka | 2040 Runs |
JK vs CS Captaincy Picks For Match 1 Between Jaffna Kings vs Colombo Strikers
- Babar Azam
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
JK vs CS Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 1
Jaffna Kings vs Colombo Strikers – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: David Miller, Chris Lynn, Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka
- All-Rounders: Thisara Perera, Mohammad Nawaz, Chamika Karunaratne
- Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
- Captain: Babar Azam
- Vice-Captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Jaffna Kings vs Colombo Strikers – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Niroshan Dickwella, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: David Miller, Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka
- All-Rounders: Thisara Perera, Mohammad Nawaz, Chamika Karunaratne
- Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana
- Captain: Mohammad Nawaz
- Vice-Captain: David Miller
JK vs CS Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Colombo Strikers are expected to win this match.
JK vs CS – Match 1 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.
