GM vs JK Dream11 Prediction, LPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for Qualifier 1

This big-ticket match will determine who secures a direct spot in the final, while the losing team will get another opportunity.

By Pratyusha Bhawar

Updated - 17 Jul 2024, 23:11 IST

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Preview

The fifth edition of the Lanka Premier League has its top four enthralling teams set for an exciting playoff week, commencing on July 18, which is staged to take place at R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium in Colombo. The two tabble toppers, Galle Marvels and Jaffna Kings, who have won five matches out of eight games in the league stage, are all set to lock horns for Qualifier 1, and the winner of this game will directly make it to the final showdown of the event.

Meanwhile, the Galle Marvels and Jaffna Kings have played stunning cricket in this edition, as there is not much of a difference between the sides heading into the thrilling game.

The big-ticket match will determine who will secure a direct spot in the final game, while the losing team will get another opportunity in Qualfier 2. Meanwhile, both sides have faced each other twice in the league stage, with each team claiming one win, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown.

Match Information

Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings, Qualifier 1

Lanka Premier League, 18 Jul 2024, Thur, 3:00 PM IST ,R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo

Broadcast

Star Sports

Live Stream

FanCode

Weather Report

R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo

Rain

27.6°C

86% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Galle Gallants

L
W
W
L
W

Jaffna Kings

L
W
W
L
W

Players Stats in current Series

1

Tim Seifert

GG - wkbat

400 Runs

10 Matches

2

Rilee Rossouw

JK - bat

389 Runs

11 Matches

3

Avishka Fernando

JK - bat

374 Runs

11 Matches

4

Alex Hales

GG - bat

337 Runs

10 Matches

5

Pathum Nissanka

JK - bat

333 Runs

11 Matches

6

Kusal Mendis

JK - wk

329 Runs

11 Matches

1

Azmatullah Omarzai

JK - all

236.54

9 Matches

2

Rilee Rossouw

JK - bat

173.66

11 Matches

3

Isuru Udana

GG - all

164.10

10 Matches

4

Bhanuka Rajapaksa

GG - bat

163.89

10 Matches

5

Avishka Fernando

JK - bat

162.61

11 Matches

6

Kavindu Nadeeshan

GG - all

160.00

6 Matches

1

Isuru Udana

GG - all

14 Wkts

10 Matches

2

Dwaine Pretorius

GG - ALL-ROUNDER

13 Wkts

10 Matches

3

Maheesh Theekshana

GG - bowl

11 Wkts

10 Matches

4

Fabian Allen

JK - all

10 Wkts

11 Matches

5

Asitha Fernando

JK - bowl

10 Wkts

10 Matches

6

Zahoor Khan

GG - bowl

9 Wkts

5 Matches

1

Dhananjaya de Silva

JK - all

6.36

6 Matches

2

Maheesh Theekshana

GG - bowl

7.35

10 Matches

3

Kavindu Nadeeshan

GG - all

7.84

6 Matches

4

Dwaine Pretorius

GG - ALL-ROUNDER

8.18

10 Matches

5

Fabian Allen

JK - all

8.42

11 Matches

6

Jason Behrendorff

JK - BOWLER

8.50

6 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Galle Gallants

B Rajapaksa, N Dickwella (C), Tim Seifert, AD Hales, Sadisha Rajapaksa, J Liyanage, SSD Arachchige, Dwaine Pretorius, JF Vandersay, M Theekshana, I Udana

Bench : Lasith Croospulle, Lasith Croospulle, D Lakshan, P Sooriyabandara, P Sooriyabandara, Chamindu Wijesinghe, Chamindu Wijesinghe, SC Williams, K Nadeeshan, Malsha Tharupathi, L Kumara, M Shiraz, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, NGRP Jayasuriya, Zahoor Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, JA Duffy, M Priyanath, Y Koththigoda

Jaffna Kings

K Mendis (wk), C Asalanka (C), A Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, RR Rossouw, D de Silva, Fabian Allen, Eshan Malinga, JP Behrendorff, PM Liyanagamage, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

Bench : KNM Fernando, Ahan Wickramasinghe, PVR de Silva, PVR de Silva, Ahan Wickramasinghe, AI Ross, AI Ross, A Prakash, Azmatullah Omarzai, Azmatullah Omarzai, SMLD Samarakoon, M Abinash, Wanuja Sahan, AM Fernando, Wanuja Sahan, AM Fernando, NT Gamage, Theesan Vithushan, Noor Ahmad, T Shamsi, Noor Ahmad

Injury and availability news

Both sides are sets to play with full strengthen squad.

Pitch Report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers will need to capitalize on the new ball, which might move in the first few overs. As the match progresses, spinners are expected to come into the game, unless dew becomes a big factor.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

60%

Batting Pitch

160

Average Score

40%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Alex Hales GG | BAT

Alex Hales has played a crucial role in Galle Marvels campaign this season where the English batter has scored 284 runs in eight innings at a strike rate of 135.88, which includes two fifties. His essential role in the team’s batting lineup underscores his impact and captures the attention of fans with his consistent contributions.

8.5
C

Isuru Udana GG | ALL

Isuru Udana is one of the top five wicket-takers in the 2024 Lanka Premier League season, and in Qualifier 1, he would be expected to come good. In this edition of the LPL, Udana has picked 12 wickets in eight innings. His versatile skills significantly elevate the team’s performance with his determined approach.

8.5
C

Maheesh Theekshana GG | BOWL

In Qualifier 1, Maheesh Theekshana would be one of the key players for Galle Marvels because of his experience and variations in the T20 format. In eight matches this season, Theekshana has picked 10 wickets at an economy of 6.75. His control over runs and ability to take key wickets underscore his pivotal role in shaping the team’s performance in crucial encounters.

8

Tim Seifert GG | WKBAT

Tim Seifert is in fabulous form in this season of the Lanka Premier League where he has scored 291 runs at a strike rate of 133.48, including a century and a half-century.

8.5

Pathum Nissanka JK | BAT

Pathum Nissanka has been in top form for Jaffna Kings in the 2024 Lanka Premier League season where he is one of the leading run-scorers with 311 runs in eight innings including a century and two fifties.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

7.5

Murvin Abinash

JK | ALL

6

Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

JK | BOWL

Must Pick for Fantasy

1. Avishka Fernando

Avishka Fernando, who gets attention for his remarkable batting ability, adds power and quickness to the team's lineup. His strong strokes, which show a perfect balance of power and skill, enthral audiences.

2. Niroshan Dickwella

Niroshan Dickwella, renowned for his skill as a wicketkeeper-batter, contributes greatly to his team's victories. His fast reflexes and excellent wicketkeeping boost the team's defensive strategy.

3. Pathum Nissanka

Pathum Nissanka, valued for his impactful batting, enriches the team’s lineup with powerful strokes that showcasing his ability to accelerate the scoring rate and solidifying his role as a key player in the team’s strategic approach.

Last Updated On - Jul 17 2024 11:11 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

GG

6 : 5

JK

Credits Left
12.5/100

Head To Head
Niroshan Dickwella

7.5

Tim Seifert

8

Charith Asalanka

8

Avishka Fernando
VC

6.5

Pathum Nissanka
C

8.5

Alex Hales

9

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Dwaine Pretorius

8

Isuru Udana

8.5

Pramod Madushan

6.5

Maheesh Theekshana

8.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

GG

5 : 6

JK

Credits Left
11.5/100

Mega League
Kusal Mendis

9

Niroshan Dickwella

7.5

Tim Seifert
C

8

Charith Asalanka

8

Avishka Fernando

6.5

Pathum Nissanka

8.5

Alex Hales

9

Dhananjaya de Silva

8.5

Isuru Udana

8.5

Pramod Madushan

6.5

Maheesh Theekshana
VC

8.5

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