In this article, we will discuss the thrilling Lanka Premier League match between the Dambulla Sixers and the Galle Marvels, which took place on July 14, 2024, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match featured intense competition, with both teams battling it out to secure a win. The regular innings ended in a dramatic tie, leading to a high-pressure super over to determine the victor. The Galle Marvels ultimately triumphed in the super over, showcasing exceptional performances and strategic gameplay.
The Galle Marvels posted a total of 148/9 in their 20 overs, with Alex Hales leading the charge with a brisk 38 off 26 balls, including 5 fours and 1 six. Despite a solid start, the team struggled to maintain momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals.
Niroshan Dickwella (7) fell early to Dilshan Madushanka, followed by Tim Seifert’s 23 off 29 balls, who was dismissed by Mohammad Nabi, who was exceptional with the ball, taking 2/14 in his 4 overs. Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Janith Liyanage could not contribute significantly, with scores of 1 and 13, respectively.
The middle order saw contributions from Sahan Arachchige (15 off 12) and Dwaine Pretorius (16 off 12), but both fell before they could accelerate. The lower order added a few runs, with Maheesh Theekshana remaining unbeaten on 8 and Kavindu Nadeeshan scoring a quick 8 off 3 balls.
Nuwan Thushara, Nuwan Pradeep, and Chamindu Wickramasinghe each took a wicket, but it was Dushan Hemantha (2/19) and Mohammad Nabi (2/14) who were the pick of the bowlers, keeping the Galle Marvels to a modest total.
The Dambulla Sixers fell just short of their target, ending at 148/7 in their 20 overs in a closely contested match. Chasing 149 set by the Galle Marvels, Reeza Hendricks anchored the innings with a well-crafted 72 off 57 balls, hitting 6 fours and 1 six.
However, the Sixers lost early wickets, with Kusal Perera falling for a duck to Dwaine Pretorius. Ibrahim Zadran provided a quickfire 30 off 18 balls but was dismissed by Maheesh Theekshana, who was the standout bowler for the Marvels, taking 3 wickets for 26 runs.
Both Lahiru Udara and Mark Chapman scored four and twelve runs, respectively, but were unable to form meaningful alliances. Chamindu Wickramasinghe was dismissed for four by Theekshana, who struck again. Although getting run out on the final ball of the innings, captain Muhammad Nabi batted a fierce 25 from 17 balls, including two sixes, to keep the chase alive.
The Sixers’ middle and lower order couldn’t capitalize on Hendricks’ innings, and they fell agonizingly short of the target. Theekshana’s brilliant spell and disciplined bowling from Sahan Arachchige (1/13) and Kavindu Nadeeshan (1/29) kept the Sixers at bay, ensuring a tight victory for the Galle Marvels.
In this thrilling Lanka Premier League match, the Dambulla Sixers and Galle Marvels ended their regular innings tied at 148/7, leading to a super over to determine the winner.
The Sixers managed only 6 runs in their super over, with Mohammad Nabi (2 runs) being run out and Reeza Hendricks (0 runs) falling to Maheesh Theekshana, who took 2 wickets for just 6 runs.
Alex Hales drove the Marvels to victory, needing just three balls to score eleven runs, including a six and a four, while Sahan Arachchige chipped in one run. The Marvels easily accomplished the goal, scoring 12/0 from 4 balls.
The Galle Marvels defeated the Dambulla Sixers in the super over, earning a thrilling victory.
Galle Marvels – 148/9 (20.0)
Dambulla Sixers – 148/7 (20.0)
Result – Match tied (Galle won the Super Over)
Player of the match – Maheesh Theekshana
Maheesh Theekshana
Galle Marvels | Niroshan Dickwella, Alex Hales, Tim Seifert, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage, Sahan Arachchige, Dwaine Pretorius, Isuru Udana, Maheesh Theekshana, Kavindu Nadeeshan, Prabath Jayasuriya |
Dambulla Sixers | Reeza Hendricks, Kusal Perera, Ibrahim Zadran, Lahiru Udara, Mark Chapman, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Mohammad Nabi, Dushan Hemantha, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Pradeep, Nuwan Thushara |
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