KB vs GM Match Analysis

Kandy Bolts and Galle Marvels will play each other in the Lanka T10 Super League 2024 third match on December 11, 2024, at 09:00 PM BST at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele. 

Kandy Bolts boast a squad full of batting all-rounders, which should provide them with a formidable middle order. With several big-hitting finishers in the lineup, they are expected to deliver strong performances in the latter stages of the innings.

The Galle Marvels have a diverse bowling lineup, offering them a range of options for different match situations. This variety allows them the flexibility to experiment with various combinations in each game, making them a versatile side in the bowling department.

KB vs GM Team Preview & Squads

Kandy Bolts

Kandy Bolts will be captained by George Munsey in the inaugural edition of the Lanka T10 Super League. The team features a wealth of experience, with seasoned players like all-rounder Thisara Perera and wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Chandimal bringing valuable skills to the squad.

We predict that the captain, George Munsey, will be in the top order, followed by the promising Saim Ayyub and Pathum Nissanka. The top order appears to be strong and should be able to score a lot of runs in the opening few overs to put the Bolts ahead.

Imad Wasim and Sekkuge Prasanna will be the main spin bowlers in the bowling assault, while Shahnawaz Dahani will spearhead the KB’s pace attack. This club has a lot of spin-bowling possibilities, so it’s unclear how Munsey will balance the bowling attack.

Kandy Bolts Squads

Kandy Bolts

Pathum Nissanka, Saim Ayub, George Munsey, Chaturanga de Silva, Milinda Siriwardana, Shehan Jayasuriya, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Imad Wasim, Thisara Perera, Arinesto Vezha, Dinesh Chandimal, Seekkuge Prasanna, Amir Hamza, Chamika Gunasekara, Shahnawaz Dahani.

Galle Marvels

Galle Marvels boast a powerful batting lineup, with big hitters like Andre Fletcher and Alex Hales known for their explosive batting. Both will be eager to showcase their skills at the batting-friendly Pallekelle venue, aiming for a dominant performance in the tournament.

Shakib Al Hassan, a batting all-rounder from Bangladesh, is another player who excels with both the bat and the ball. Among the newcomers to the batting order are Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Sandun Weerakkody, and Tadiwanshe Marumani. In the middle order, they will play some fantastic roles, and one of them may even be the GM’s finisher.

The bowling attack’s main pacers will be Kesrick Williams, Binura Fernando, and Luke Wood. The most important wicket-taker to keep an eye on will be Maheesh Theekshana.

Galle Marvels Squads

Galle Marvels

Alex Hales, Shakib Al Hasan, Sadisha Rajapaksa, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Andre Fletcher, Sandun Weerakkody, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Luke Wood, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Zahoor Khan, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kesrick Williams, Dumindu Sewmina.

Kandy Bolts vs Galle Marvels outfield report 

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Two of the last three T20 internationals have been won by teams that bat first. Nonetheless, the bowling teams have won four of the previous five meetings here, giving them an advantage in domestic matches. Furthermore, teams frequently choose to chase a total rather than defend one in the T10 format.

On the day of the match, Pallekelle will have sporadic showers and thunderstorms with a high of 26 degrees Celsius. This location, which has seen a lot of high-scoring thrillers in the past, is a batting-friendly wicket. In the last ten Twenty20 Internationals, the average first-inning score has been 178 runs.  

KB vs GM Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

It will be their first match in this series.

Kandy Bolts vs Galle Marvels Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Kandy Bolts have a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.