GG vs DV Prediction, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips: Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update – Lanka Premier League, Match 17

Match Details

The 17th match of the Lankan Premier League League 2020 will be played between the Galle Gladiators and Dambulla Viiking at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium, Hambantota on Wednesday, December 9.

The match is scheduled to go live at 8 PM IST and will be telecasted live on Sony SIX. The live streaming of the game will be available on the Sony LIV app.

Preview

After registering their first victory in the competition, the Galle Gladiators will have some confidence on their side. On the other hand, Dambulla Viiking had defeated the same opponent three nights ago on the back of some amazing death bowling by Anwar Ali who took the player of the match award for his 3/37.

However, the victory margin was only 9 runs as the Gladiators choked during the last few overs. Dhanushka leads the run-scoring table with 322 runs in 6 innings but all of it has been mostly in vain in the tournament so far. With Ahsan Ali showing great hitting skills in the previous day’s game, Gladiators might look to take their revenge. Plus they have the X-factor of Mohammad Amir in the side that can definitely change the tone of the game.

Weather Report

70% chances of rain at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium on match night along with 76% humidity. The temperature will be around the 32 degrees mark.

Pitch Condition/Report

The pitch has started to support the spinners but it still has a lot of runs in it to be scored. Chasing the target on this ground would be the preferred choice. If the rain comes into play and by any chance, the D/L method is implemented, that too will favour the team batting 2nd.

Average first innings score:

158 (last 5 matches played here)

Record of chasing teams:

Won- 3, Lost- 1, Tie/No-Result – 1

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be updated when there is an update)

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GG vs DV Probable Playing XIs:

Galle Gladiators

Danushka Gunathilaka, Ahsan Ali, Azam Khan (wk), Bhanuka Rajapaksa (c), Chadwick Walton, Milinda Siriwardana, Shehan Jayasuriya, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Mohammad Amir, Lakshan Sandakan, Asitha Fernando

Dambulla Viiking

Niroshan Dickwella(w), Upul Tharanga, Samit Patel, Dasun Shanaka(c), Angelo Perera, Ramesh Mendis, Samiullah Shinwari, Anwar Ali, Malinda Pushpakumara, Sachindu Colombage, Kasun Rajitha

Top Picks:

Dhanushka Gunathilaka: At the top of the run-getters table, he would be happy after his team scored their 1st victory of the tournament. With nothing to lose, the ace opener would like to capitalize the initial powerplay overs and take the game away from the opposition.

Ahsan Ali: After a half century scored a fortnight ago, Ahsan would be looking to make amends to how he performed when he was facing the Dambulla attack only a few days ago. The batter has looked supremely confident ever since and would like to keep the momentum going on his side.

Upul Tharanga: Blazing at the top with his partner Dickwella, Tharanga can be very dangerous if he survives Amir’s wrath early on in the game. He scored a mighty 77 off just 54 balls the last time against the same opponent and his eyes would be surely lit up for this competition as well.

Mohammad Amir: The game changer for Galla Gladiators who shone against Colombo rattling their batting line up and taking the game completely away from them, was Mohammad Amir. The pacer looked dangerous and was bowling in extremely good areas during his fifer for the team.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Dhanushka Gunathilaka, Upul Tharanga

Vice-Captain Options – Mohammad Amir, Ahsan Ali

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for GG vs DV Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Niroshan Dickwella, Azam Khan

Batters – Upul Tharanga, Dhanushka Gunathilaka (C), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Angelo Perera, Ahsan Ali

All-Rounders – Dasun Shanaka (VC)

Bowlers – Anwar Ali, Mohd Amir, L Sandakan

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for GG vs DV Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Niroshan Dickwella (C), Azam Khan, Chadwick Walton

Batters – Upul Tharanga, Ahsan Ali, Dhanushka Gunathilaka

All-Rounders – Samit Patel (VC), Dasun Shanaka

Bowlers – Mohammad Amir, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Lakshan Sandakan

Expert Advice:

Team batting 1st will have a good start but may choke at the end so choose more players from the team chasing. The same has been observed on this ground consistently now.

Probable Winners:

Galle Gladiators are expected to win this contest

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.