Cricket Highlights, 2 July: LPL 2024 (3rd Match) – Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons

Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons (3rd Match) – Highlights 

In the 3rd Match of the Lanka Premier League at Pallekele on July 2, 2024, the Colombo Strikers triumphed over the Kandy Falcons by 51 runs. Batting first, the Strikers posted a formidable total of 198/7. In response, the Kandy Falcons were bowled out for 147 in 15.5 overs, falling well short of the target. Shadab Khan was the standout performer, earning the Player of the Match award for his all-around contributions. He scored 20 off 17 balls and delivered an exceptional bowling spell, taking 4 wickets for 22 runs. The Strikers’ comprehensive victory showcased their dominance and Shadab Khan’s crucial impact on the game.

The Colombo Strikers posted an outstanding total of 198/7 in their 20 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz got off to a brisk start with 17 off 10 balls, while Muhammad Waseem’s quick 32 off 18 balls added momentum. Sadeera Samarawickrama played a key innings, scoring 48 off 26 balls, striking seven fours and one six. Captain Thisara Perera contributed 38 off 30 balls, providing stability in the middle order. Shadab Khan added a valuable 20 off 17 balls before falling to Kasun Rajitha. Chamika Karunaratne’s late surge with an unbeaten 25 off 10 balls, including two fours and two sixes, propelled the Strikers to their challenging total. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, the Strikers maintained an impressive run rate 9.90, setting a high target for the Kandy Falcons to chase.

The Kandy Falcons’ bowling attack struggled to contain the Colombo Strikers, conceding 198/7 in 20 overs. Dasun Shanaka took 1 wicket for 25 runs in his 3 overs, maintaining an economy of 8.33. Kasun Rajitha faced a challenging spell, giving away 56 runs in his 3 overs despite taking 2 wickets, ending with a high economy of 18.66. Dushmantha Chameera also had a tough outing, conceding 46 runs in 4 overs for 1 wicket at an economy of 11.50. Wanindu Hasaranga was the standout bowler, taking 2 wickets for 30 runs in his 4 overs with an economy of 7.50. Kamindu Mendis bowled 4 overs for 31 runs without taking a wicket, and Agha Salman was economical, giving away just 10 runs in his 2 overs while picking up 1 wicket. Despite some effective spells, the Falcons’ bowlers couldn’t prevent the Strikers from posting a formidable total.

In their chase of 199 runs, the Kandy Falcons were bowled out for 147 in 15.5 overs. Dinesh Chandimal top-scored with a solid 38 off 26 balls, hitting eight fours. Andre Fletcher provided a quick start with 24 off 12 balls, including four fours and a six. Mohammad Haris fell cheaply for 4, while Kamindu Mendis managed only 7. Captain Wanindu Hasaranga contributed a brisk 25 off 14 balls, and Angelo Mathews scored 25 off 20. However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled. 

Shadab Khan was the standout bowler for the Strikers, taking 4 wickets for 22 runs, including crucial wickets of Hasaranga and Mendis. Dunith Wellalage also shone, claiming 4 wickets for 38 runs. The Falcons could not build substantial partnerships, with extras contributing 19 runs, as they fell significantly short of the target, ending their innings at 147.

Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons Scoreboard

Colombo Strikers – 198/7 (20.0)

Kandy Falcons – 147/10 (15.5)

Result – Colombo Strikers won by 51 runs

Player of the match – Shadab Khan

Shadab Khan

Colombo Strikers vs Kandy Falcons Playing XIs

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