Titans edge Aura in Super Over thriller thanks to Shanaka

The Galle Titans and Dambulla Aura played out a thrilling match on July 31, 2023, with the Titans winning by 1 run in the Super Over.

The Titans batted first and posted a challenging 180-5 in their 20 overs, thanks to Bhanuka Rajapaksa (48) and Dasun Shanaka (42*).

Dambulla Aura made a good start in their chase, but they lost wickets at regular intervals and were eventually restricted to 180-7.

Shanaka was the star of the show for the Titans, scoring 42* runs with the bat and taking 3 wickets with the ball. He was also named the Player of the Match.

Match Summary Galle Titans vs Dambulla Aura

• Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
• Toss: Galle Titans won the toss and elected to bat
• Scorecard:
  • Galle Titans: 180-5 (20 overs)
    • Bhanuka Rajapaksa: 48 (34)
    • Dasun Shanaka: 42* (21)
    • Shevon Daniel: 33 (26)
  • Dambulla Aura: 180-7 (20 overs)
    • Alex Ross: 39 (28)
    • Dhananjaya de Silva: 43 (31)
    • Dasun Shanaka: 3-27
    • Kasun Rajitha: 2-35
• Result: Galle Titans won by 1 run (Super Over)

Player of the Match: Dasun Shanaka (Galle Titans)

It’s the captain who rose to the occasion! What a performance!#LPL2023 #LiveTheAction pic.twitter.com/hV8mkjHX5l

— LPL – Lanka Premier League (@LPLT20) July 31, 2023