KFL vs DS Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for Lanka Premier League 2024, Match 18
The 18th match of the Lanka Premier League 2024 will see Kandy Falcons (KFL) taking on Dambulla Sixers (DS) at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo, on Monday, July 15. Ahead of this match, here's all you need to know about the KFL vs DS Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, and the pitch report.
Dambulla Sixers have had a mediocre season till now as they have won only two of their last six matches. They lost their last match to Galle Marvels in the Super Over by 6 runs. Kandy Falcons, on the other hand, have won two of their last seven matches. They lost their last match to Jaffna Kings by 4 wickets.
The two teams have played a total of 10 head-to-head matches, out of which Kandy Falcons have won 6 while Dambulla Sixers have won 4.
KFL vs DS Match Details
The 18th match of the Lanka Premier League 2024 will be played on July 15 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo. The game is set to take place at 3:00 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
KFL vs DS, 18th match
Date and Time: 15th July, 2024, 3:00 PM IST
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo
Pitch Report
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium in Khettarama, Colombo, is good for both batters and bowlers. Fans can expect a thriller, with bowlers also playing a crucial role. The last match played here was between Colombo Strikers and Jaffna Kings, where a total of 221 runs were scored at a loss of 10 wickets.
KFL vs DS Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
KFL - L L W L L
DS - L W W L L
KFL vs DS Probable Playing XI
KFL Playing XI
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Wanindu Hasaranga ©, Angelo Mathews, Dushmantha Chameera, Kamindu Mendis, Andre Fletcher, Mohammed Harris, Lakshan Sandakan, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Dasun Shanaka, Pavan Rathnayake, Shoriful Islam
DS Playing XI
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Kusal Perera (wk), Nuwanidu Fernando, Mark Chapman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohammad Nabi (c), Mustafizur Rahman, Lahiru Udara, Dushan Hemantha, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Pradeep, Reeza Hendricks
KFL vs DS Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Dinesh Chandimal
Dinesh Chandimal is the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He is batting in the top order and has already scored 258 runs in seven matches. Kusal Perera is another good wicket-keeper pick, who has scored 215 runs in the last six matches.
Batters
Reeza Hendricks
Reeza Hendricks and Mark Chapman are the two best batsmen picks for today's Dream11 team. Chapman scored 193 runs in six matches while Hendricks has 222 runs in four matches. Andre Fletcher is another good pick for today's match as he has scored 203 runs in the last seven matches.
All-rounders
Wanindu Hasaranga
Dusan Shanaka and Wanindu Hasaranga are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Hasaranga will bat in the middle order and complete his quota of overs. He has scored 92 runs and taken 8 wickets in seven matches. Angelo Mathews is another good all-rounder pick for today's match, who has scored 189 runs and taken 2 wickets in seven matches.
Bowlers
Nuwan Thushara
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Nuwan Thushara and Nuwan Pradeep. Thushara has taken 8 wickets in five matches. Shoriful Islam is another good bowler pick for today's match.
KFL vs DS match captain and vice-captain choices
Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga is one of the best picks for today's match from Kandy Falcons. He is expected to bat in the middle order and complete his quota of four overs. He has taken 8 wickets and scored 92 runs in just seven matches. This makes him one of top captaincy options for today's match.
Reeza Hendricks
Reeza Hendricks is back in form. He has scored 222 runs in the last four matches, including three half centuries. Since the pitch supports batters, fans can expect another top class innings from him.
5 Must-Picks for KFL vs DS, 18th match
Isuru Udana
Reeza Hendricks
Dasun Shanaka
Dinesh Chandimal
Mark Chapman
Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good for both batters and bowlers, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making in-form batters and all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: K Perera, D Chandimal
Batters: R Hendricks, M Chapman, A Fletcher, K Mendis
All-rounders: W Hasaranga, D Shanaka, C Wickramasinghe, A Mathews
Bowlers: N Thushara
Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: K Perera, D Chandimal
Batters: R Hendricks, M Chapman, A Fletcher
All-rounders: W Hasaranga, D Shanaka, C Wickramasinghe, A Mathews, D Hemantha
Bowlers: N Thushara