JK vs KF: Jaffna Kings will lock horns against Kandy Falcons in Match 13 of the Lanka Premier League, 2022 on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.
Both Kandy Falcons and Jaffna Kings have played an aggressive brand of cricket in the tournament so far. While Falcons have won four matches out of the five they played and are currently sitting at the top of the points table, Jaffna, too, with four wins from five matches are occupying the second position in the league table.
They thrashed Colombo Stars by six runs in their most recent fixture and must be looking to extend their winning run in the tournament. Kandy Falcons, meanwhile have registered a thumping 77-runs victory over Dambulla Giants in their last match and must be keen on keeping their winning momentum intact.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for Match 13 of the Lanka Premier League, 2022 between Jaffna Kings and Kandy Falcons
JK vs KF Match Details
- Match: Jaffna Kings vs Kandy Falcons, Match 13
- Date: Wednesday, December 14, 2022
- Time: 3:00 PM (IST) | 9:30 AM (GMT) | 3:00 PM (Local)
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
JK vs KF Pitch Report
The surface at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium has helped the spinners big time. Batters have also enjoyed batting here in the first innings. Chasing hasn’t been easy at this venue and hence whoever wins the toss will look to bat first. A total of 170-190 will be competitive one here.
JK vs KF Pitch Stats For Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
Stats based on the previous five matches —
- Average First Innings Score: 133
- Average Total Score: 112
- Team Batting First Won: 2
- Team Bowling First Won: 3
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
JK vs KF Probable Playing XI For Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
Jaffna Kings Playing XI
Thisara Perera (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Dunith Wellalage, Ashan Randika, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Asitha Fernando, James Fuller, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Shoaib Malik, Avishka Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana.
Kandy Falcons Playing XI
Wanindu Hasaranga (C), Andre Fletcher (WK), Chamindu Wijesinghe, Najibullah Zadran, Carlos Brathwaite, Pathum Nissanka, Fabian Allen, Ashen Bandara, Chamika Karunaratne, Isuru Udana, Kamindu Mendis.
Jaffna Kings & Kandy Falcons Form in Last 5 Matches
JK Form
KF Form
JK vs KF Top Players to Pick in Fantasy Team for Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
1. Andre Fletcher
He is the top run-getter of the tournament, having amassed 185 runs in five outings at an average of 46.25 and a strike rate of 140.15.
2. Pathum Nissanka
The Kandy opener has mustered 177 runs in five innings at an average of 35.40 and a strike rate of 128.26. He is the second-highest run-scorer for Kandy Falcons.
3. Avishka Fernando
He is the highest run-scorer for Jaffna Kings, having accumulated 177 runs in five matches at an average of 35.40 and a strike rate of 122.07.
4. Carlos Brathwaite
He is the top wicket-taker for Kandy Falcons and also the highest wicket-taker of the tournament currently. In five matches, he has picked up 11 wickets at an economy rate of 6.06.
JK vs KF Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
| Player | Stats (This Tournament) |
|---|---|
| Carlos Brathwaite | 11 Wickets & 31 Runs |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 7 Wickets & 20 Runs |
| Andre Fletcher | 185 Runs |
| Avishaka Fernando | 177 Runs |
| Pathum Nissanka | 177 Runs |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 107 Runs |
JK vs KF Captaincy Picks For Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
- Carlos Brathwaite
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
JK vs KF Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team For Match 13 of Lanka Premier League
JK vs KF Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Andre Fletcher, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: Shoib Malik, Avishaka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka
- All-Rounders: Carlos Brathwaite, James Fuller, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Chamika Karunaratne, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana
- Captain: Carlos Brathwaite
- Vice-Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
JK vs KF Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Andre Fletcher, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: Shoib Malik, Avishaka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka
- All-Rounders: Carlos Brathwaite, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Isuru Udana, Binura Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana
- Captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Vice-Captain: Pathum Nissanka
JK vs KF – Who will win the match? (Probable Winner)
Jaffna Kings are expected to win this match.
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.
