JK vs GT Dream11 Prediction, LPL Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For Match 17 of LPL 2023

Both teams will strive to seize the momentum and secure a vital victory.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 13 Aug 2023, 15:08 IST

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Preview

The anticipation is building as Jaffna Kings (JK) and Galle Titans (GT) gear up for a thrilling encounter in the Lanka Premier League 2023 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This match holds immense significance for both teams as they square off for the second time in the tournament. In their previous meeting, Jaffna Kings emerged triumphant, registering an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Galle Titans.

Currently occupying the third position in the points table, Jaffna Kings (JK) have played seven matches, securing three wins and suffering four losses. Their recent encounter against B-Love Kandy (BLK) ended in an agonizing eight-run loss. Chasing a target of 179, JK fell just short, reaching 170/6. The standout performers for JK in that match were Shoaib Malik, who notched an impressive 55 runs, and Thisara Perera, who contributed 36 runs. On the bowling front, Nuwan Thushara's three-wicket haul, complemented by Dunith Wellalage and Dilshan Madushanka's two wickets each, underscored the team's all-round capabilities.

Galle Titans (GT), currently placed fourth on the points table, have played six matches, with two wins and four losses. In their previous clash, they faced a setback against DA, conceding a seven-wicket defeat. Posting a total of 133/9, GT saw Dasun Shanaka's valiant 36-run effort and Chad Bowes' contribution of 22 runs. Lahiru Kumara's two-wicket performance showcased the Titans' bowling potential, albeit in a losing cause.

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Match Information

Jaffna Kings vs Galle Titans, 17th Match

Lanka Premier League, 13 Aug 2023, Sun, 3:00 PM IST ,R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo

Broadcast

Star Sports Network

Live Stream

FanCode

Weather Report

R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo

Clouds

27.9°C

93% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Jaffna Kings

L
W
L
L
W

Galle Titans

L
L
L
L
W

Players Stats in current Series

232 Runs

8 Matches

2

231 Runs

7 Matches

3

Shoaib Malik

JK - bat

160 Runs

5 Matches

4

155 Runs

6 Matches

151 Runs

9 Matches

6

142 Runs

10 Matches

150.00

9 Matches

2

Richard Ngarava

GG - bowl

150.00

5 Matches

3

142.00

10 Matches

4

140.00

7 Matches

139.76

8 Matches

6

Shoaib Malik

JK - bat

139.13

5 Matches

1

12 Wkts

9 Matches

2

Kasun Rajitha

GG - bowl

12 Wkts

10 Matches

3

11 Wkts

7 Matches

10 Wkts

10 Matches

10 Wkts

9 Matches

6

Lahiru Kumara

GG - bowl

8 Wkts

5 Matches

1

Lahiru Kumara

GG - bowl

5.29

5 Matches

5.71

10 Matches

6.00

5 Matches

6.30

8 Matches

6.83

9 Matches

7.04

9 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Jaffna Kings

KNM Fernando (wk), C Asalanka, S Malik, T Perera (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, CA Lynn, DA Miller, N Thushara, D Madushanka, M Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage

Bench : A Gunaratne, DA Randika, Mahesh Kumara, R Thenurathan, AM Fernando, Asanka Manoj, GC Viljoen, Theesan Vithushan, Z Khan, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Towhid Hridoy, PARP Perera, Raveen De-Silva, N Burger

Galle Titans

Sohan de Livera (wk), Tim Seifert, CJ Bowes, Shavon Daniel, D Shanaka (C), SMA Priyanjan, Shakib Al Hasan, K Rajitha, SMLD Samarakoon, L Kumara, R Ngarava

Bench : M Bhanuka, M Mithun, Avishka Perera, Lasith Croospulle, B Rajapaksa, P Sooriyabandara, Ben Cutting, Sonal Dinusha, S Prasanna, A Dananjaya, MVT Fernando, T Shamsi, M Shiraz, SANJ Fernando, M Priyanath

Injury and availability news

Will be added if there is any update.

Pitch Report

The pitch at R.Premadasa Stadium is expected to provide a balanced contest between bat and ball, with a slight advantage for the pacers. Teams winning the toss might consider batting first, aiming to set a target on the board.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

70%

Batting Pitch

153

Average Score

30%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Shakib Al Hasan GG | ALL

Demonstrating his seasoned skill set, Shakib Al Hasan has notched 83 runs and secured six wickets, highlighting his balanced impact for GT.

7
VC

Dunith Wellalage JK | ALL

An accomplished left-arm orthodox bowler and all-rounder, Dunith Wellalage has amassed 85 runs and taken 10 wickets, showcasing his dual proficiency.

8.5

Shoaib Malik JK | BAT

Displaying his wealth of experience as an all-rounder, Shoaib Malik has contributed with 129 runs and three wickets, enhancing JK's overall team composition.

9

Dasun Shanaka GG | ALL

As GT's captain, he has led by example with 124 runs and thtee wickets, exemplifying both leadership and on-field prowess.

6.5

Nuwan Thushara JK | BOWL

He has claimed seven pivotal wickets as a right-arm fast bowler, lending JK's bowling attack a crucial edge.

7.5

Tim Seifert GG | WK

His stellar form is evident through his impressive tally of 176 runs, solidifying GT's batting lineup as a dependable top-order batter.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

9.5

Ashan Priyanjan

GG | ALL

He has scored only 34 runs in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

8.5

Richard Ngarava

GG | BOWL

He has taken only three wickets in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Aug 13 2023 3:08 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

JK

5 : 6

GG

Credits Left
12.5/100

Head To Head
Rahmanullah Gurbaz

7.5

Tim Seifert

7.5

Charith Asalanka

8

Shoaib Malik

8.5

Shavon Daniel

9

Dasun Shanaka

9

Shakib Al Hasan
C

9

Dunith Wellalage
VC

7

Nuwan Thushara

6.5

Kasun Rajitha

8

Lahiru Kumara

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

JK

6 : 5

GG

Credits Left
13/100

Mega League
Tim Seifert

7.5

Chris Lynn

8

Shoaib Malik
C

8.5

Shavon Daniel

9

Dasun Shanaka
VC

9

Shakib Al Hasan

9

Dunith Wellalage

7

Dilshan Madushanka

6.5

Maheesh Theekshana

8

Nuwan Thushara

6.5

Kasun Rajitha

8

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