Lanka Premier League 2021, Match 5: KW vs GG Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Kandy Warriors will be up against Galle Gladiators in the 5^th match of the Lanka Premier League 2021. Kandy Warriors didn’t meet expectations in their first game of the tournament as they lost Dambulla Giants by 20 runs. Despite some phenomenal hitting from the in-form Rovman Powell, they weren’t able to cross the finishing mark. The top-order batters should take responsibility and play long innings.

Galle Gladiators, on the other hand, having started their campaign with a win over Jaffna Kings, lost to Colombo Stars by 4 wickets in their 2^nd outing. They were 15-20 runs short while setting up the target and lost the match in the end with 15 balls to spare. They are a promising side and just need to express themselves in the coming matches.

Match Details:

Kandy Warriors vs Galle Gladiators, Match 5

Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Date & Time: December 7th at 7:30 PM IST and local time

Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network

Pitch Report:

It’s a genuine sporting wicket with equal assistance for batters and bowlers. Chasing more than 150 is always tricky on this wicket and whoever wins the toss should bat first.

Probable Playing XIs for KW vs GG:

Kandy Warriors

Kennar Lewis, Devon Thomas, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Perera (c), Kamindu Mendis, Rovman Powell, Asela Gunaratne, Ishan Jayaratne, Sachindu Colombage, Lahiru Kumara, Al-Amin Hossain

Galle Gladiators

Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Hafeez, Ben Dunk (wk), Samit Patel, Bhanuka Rajapaksa (c), Lahiru Madushanka, Pulina Tharanga, Isuru Udana, Noor Ahmad, Nuwan Thushara

Top Picks for KW vs GG Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Kandy Warriors

Rovman Powell fought extremely hard in the run-chase against Dambulla Giants. Coming at number 6, he scored 42 runs from just 21 balls which comprised of one four and four sixes.

Charith Asalanka had an off day at the office in the last game against Dambulla Giants where he managed to score only 5 runs. You can back him and include him in your fantasy teams.

Top Picks – Galle Gladiators

Samit Patel is an excellent pick in the all-rounder’s category. The English all-rounder is doing his job well in this tournament. In 2 matches, he has scored 56 runs and scalped 3 wickets.

Bhanuka Rajapaksa generally plays the role of a finisher and can bat up the order if it is necessary. The Gladiators’ skipper has scored 58 runs in the last 2 matches at a strike rate of 165.71.

KW vs GG Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

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

Devon Thomas, Danushka Gunathilaka (c), Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Kusal Mendis, Rovman Powell (vc), Mohammad Hafeez, Pulina Tharanga, Samit Patel, Isuru Udana, Al-Amin Hossain, Lahiru Kumara

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

Ben Dunk, Danushka Gunathilaka, Angelo Perera, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka (vc), Rovman Powell, Samit Patel (c), Mohammad Hafeez, Lahiru Kumara, Nuwan Thushara, Noor Ahmad

KW vs GG Risky Captaincy Choices:

Angelo Perera played his part against Dambulla Giants by scoring 24 runs from 22 balls. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Veteran cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has made useful contributions in 2 matches so far in this tournament with both bat and ball. He is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Considering too many options in the bowler’s slot, it’s better to avoid Sachindu Colombage while making your fantasy teams.

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.