Cricket Match Prediction | Lanka T10 Super League, 2024 | Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings | Match – 4 | Dec 12 – Let’s see who will get the first win KB or NEK.

KB vs NEK Match Analysis

Kandy Bolts and Nuwara Eliya Kings will play each other in the Lanka T10 Super League, 2024 fourth game on December 12, 2024, at 04:30 PM BST at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

In an exciting clash, Galle Marvels triumphed over Kandy Bolts by 7 wickets in the third match. Galle Marvels showcased their dominance with a solid performance, successfully chasing down the target set by Kandy Bolts, who managed to score 100 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their 10 overs. The Marvels’ batting lineup proved too strong, with key contributions from their top order, ensuring a comfortable victory.

Meanwhile, the Nuwara Eliya Kings match was abandoned due to heavy rain. Where they collected 79 runs for 1 wicket in 6 overs.

KB vs NEK Team Preview & Squads

Kandy Bolts

Kandy Bolts endured a disappointing start to the Lanka T10 Super League, suffering a loss in their opening match and remaining at 0 points. With a Net Run Rate of -3.304, they will need to reassess their strategies and performance to turn their fortunes around.

Dinesh Chandimal was the standout performer, smashing an impressive 66 runs off just 25 balls, showcasing his batting prowess. Thisara Perera contributed with a quick 10 runs from 6 balls, but the team struggled to build a solid foundation around them.

Imad Wasim was the star bowler for KB, claiming 2 wickets for 21 runs in his 2 overs, effectively stifling the opposition’s scoring. Seekkuge Prasanna also made a notable contribution, finishing with figures of 0 for 13 in just 0.4 overs.

Kandy Bolts Squads

Kandy Bolts

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

Nuwara Eliya Kings

Nuwara Eliya Kings began their campaign with a hard-fought match, ending up with 1 point. Although they did not secure a victory, their performance showed promise, and they are yet to lose hope. With a Net Run Rate of 0.000, the Kings have room for improvement.

NEK had a strong start in their innings, scoring 79 runs for the loss of just 1 wicket in 6 overs. Avishka Fernando was the highlight, remaining unbeaten with a quick 50 runs off just 18 balls, showcasing his explosive batting skills. Danushka Gunathilaka supported him with a steady 13 runs from 15 balls, helping the team secure a commanding position.

Nuwara Eliya Kings Squads

Nuwara Eliya Kings

Aftab Alam, Chamika Karunaratne, Avishka Fernando, Benny Howell, Zubaid Akbari, Kyle Mayers, Rivaldo Clarke, Saurabh Tiwary, Danushka Gunathilaka, Vishen Halambage, Lahiru Madushanka, Pulindu Perera, Dushan Hemantha, Kasun Rajitha, Nimsara Atharagalla, Oshane Thomas, Yashodha Lanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa.

Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings outfield report

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pallekele

Teams that bat first have won two of the last three Twenty20 internationals. However, in domestic matches, the bowling teams have an advantage because they have won four of the last five encounters here. Moreover, in the T10 format, teams usually decide to chase a total instead of defending one.

Pallekelle will experience intermittent rains and an overcast sky with a high temperature of 26 degrees Celsius on the day of the game.

This is a batting-friendly pitch that has hosted many high-scoring thrillers in the past.   

Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

It will be their first match in this series.

Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Nuwara Eliya Kings have a 51% chance of winning.