Mark your calendars for an exciting clash between B-Love Kandy and Colombo Strikers in the 3rd Match at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The match is scheduled for 31st July, with kick-off at 7:00 PM local time, 02:00 PM GMT.
B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers Match Preview
The Colombo franchise narrowly missed out on victory in the previous tournament, losing to Jaffna Kings by two wickets with just four balls remaining.
Under new ownership, KA is eager to start the campaign strongly, led by the talented Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga. The team boasts experienced players like Dushmantha Chameera, Angelo Mathews, and Dinesh Chandimal, along with valuable contributions from foreign players Fakhar Zaman and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman.
CS, on the other hand, will be led by Pakistan captain Babar Azam, with the likes of Niroshan Dickwella, Iftikhar Ahmed, Wahab Riaz, and Chamika Karunaratne bringing their international experience to the team. Promising youngsters like Matheesha Pathirana, Naseem Shah, and Pathum Nissanka add depth to the squad. Notably, the Strikers faced a defeat in their opening match against Jaffna Kings.
B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers Weather Report
On the evening of the 31st in Colombo, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy with a chance of a shower in the area. The temperature will be around 28°C
B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers Pitch Report
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium heavily favours batsmen, making it advantageous for the chasing side in most matches. Considering the track record of successful chases, opting to bowl first after winning the toss could be a wise decision.
B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers Predicted XI
B-Love Kandy: Fakhar Zaman, Dinesh Chandimal (WK), Angelo Mathews, Sahan Arachchige, Ashen Bandara, Asif Ali, Wanindu Hasaranga (C), Isuru Udana, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Dushmantha Chameera, Mohammad Hasnain
Colombo Strikers: Babar Azam (C), Angelo Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chamika Karunaratne, Ramesh Mendis, Mohammad Nawaz, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana, Jeffrey Vandersay
Dream11 Team for B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers
WK: Dinesh Chandimal
Batters: Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka
Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Isuru Udana, Dushmantha Chameera
All-rounders: Angelo Mathews, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz
Where to Watch B-Love Kandy vs Colombo Strikers?
| COUNTRY | BROADCASTERS |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | Star Network |
| USA | Willow TV |
| India | Star Sports Network; Fan Code |
| Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Middle East/North Africa, Maldives | Star Network |
| Other countries | Sri Lanka Cricket Youtube |
