Cricket Highlights, July 10: LPL 2024 (Match 14) – Galle Marvels vs Kandy Falcons

Galle Marvels vs Kandy Falcons (Match 14) – Highlights

In this article, we detail the exciting Lanka Premier League encounter between the Kandy Falcons and the Galle Marvels. The Kandy Falcons posted a formidable total of 187/9 in their 20 overs, thanks to impressive performances by Andre Fletcher, who scored 69 off 43 balls, and Dinesh Chandimal, who contributed a quickfire 32 off 14 balls. Despite regular wickets, the Falcons managed to maintain a healthy run rate, setting a challenging target for the Galle Marvels.

The Kandy Falcons had a dynamic start in their innings, scoring 69 runs for the loss of two wickets during the powerplay overs. They quickly reached 50 runs in just 4.1 overs, with contributions from ADS Fletcher and LD Chandimal, who shared a 50-run opening partnership in just 25 balls, including one extra.

ADS Fletcher played a crucial role, hitting a half-century off 29 balls with two fours and four sixes. However, a review by Kandy Falcons in the 6.6 over upheld the umpire’s decision to dismiss Fletcher.

At the first strategic timeout, the Falcons were 84/3 in 8.1 overs, with Fletcher on 39. They reached the 100-run mark in 10.1 overs. A notable partnership for the fourth wicket between Fletcher and AD Mathews added 50 runs in just 28 balls.

Despite a slower second powerplay (15.1 to 17.0 overs), yielding only 9 runs for the loss of one wicket, the Falcons reached 150 runs in 15.5 overs. At the second strategic timeout, they were 151/7 in 16.0 overs, with RTM Mendis and K Pathiratne at the crease.

A review by Galle Marvels in the 16.2 over, challenging Pathiratne’s wicket, was struck down by the umpire. The Falcons concluded their innings at 187/9 in 20 overs, with K Pathiratne and Shoriful Islam remaining unbeaten on 7 and 1, respectively. Despite losing wickets regularly, the Falcons posted a competitive total, setting the stage for an exciting chase.

The Galle Marvels began their innings with an explosive powerplay, scoring 72 runs without losing a wicket in the first six overs. They quickly reached 50 runs in just 3.6 overs, with 12 extras significantly boosting their total. 

The opening partnership between Niroshan Dickwella and Alex Hales yielded 50 runs in just 24 balls, with Dickwella contributing 20 runs and Hales 18, alongside 12 extras.

A strategic timeout at 7 overs saw the Marvels at 76/1, with Hales on 39. They reached the 100-run mark in 9.6 overs, with Hales reaching his half-century off 31 balls, hitting five fours and two sixes. At the 13-over mark, the Marvels were 114/2 with Hales on 56 and PBB Rajapaksa on 4, as they took their second strategic timeout.

During the second powerplay from 15.1 to 17.0 overs, the Marvels added 27 runs without losing any wickets, reaching 150 runs in 15.5 overs, with 14 extras. The partnership for the third wicket between Hales and Rajapaksa added 50 runs in just 29 balls, with Hales contributing 27 and Rajapaksa 25, including one extra.

A crucial review by the Kandy Falcons in the 18.1 over, challenging Hales’ wicket, was struck down by the umpire. The Marvels continued to build on their solid start, positioning themselves strongly in the chase.

Galle Marvels vs Kandy Falcons Scoreboard

Kandy Falcons – 187/9 (20.0)

Galle Marvels – 188/2 (19.2)

Result – Galle won by 7 runs

Player of the match – Prabath Jayasuriya

Prabath Jayasuriya

Galle Marvels vs Kandy Falcons Playing Eleven

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