In this article, we will discuss an exciting match between the Kandy Falcons and Jaffna Kings in a rain-affected, shortened game. The contest was played with a maximum of 7 overs per side due to weather conditions, adding an extra layer of intensity and urgency to the proceedings. Both teams showcased their skills in this high-pressure, fast-paced match, providing thrilling moments for the fans.
The Kandy Falcons’ innings was marked by aggressive batting and quick wickets, ultimately scoring 78/5 in their allotted 7 overs. The innings began poorly with Andre Fletcher falling for a duck in the first over.
However, Mohammad Haris played a blazing knock of 30 runs off 13 balls, hitting 2 fours and 3 sixes at a strike rate of 230.76, forming a critical partnership with Dinesh Chandimal, who scored 21 off 13 balls.
Despite their efforts, wickets fell at regular intervals with contributions from Angelo Mathews (11 off 8) and brief appearances from Dasun Shanaka (2 off 3), Wanindu Hasaranga (2 not out), and Ramesh Mendis (5 not out). The innings included 7 extras, with 6 wides.
Jason Behrendorff was the standout bowler for the opposition, taking 3 wickets for 10 runs in his 2 overs. Asitha Fernando and Azmatullah Omarzai also chipped in with a wicket each, despite being more expensive. The Falcons maintained a run rate of 11.14, ending their innings at 78/5, setting a competitive target given the truncated match conditions.
The Jaffna Kings were chasing 79 runs in 7 overs when they started a bit erratically but managed to reach the target in 5.5 overs, finishing at 79/6. Kusal Mendis fell without scoring, and Pathum Nissanka was dismissed for just five runs shortly after Angelo Mathews entered the game.
Rilee Rossouw scored a quick 6 off 3 balls but was caught by Wanindu Hasaranga off Dasun Shanaka’s bowling. Avishka Fernando provided stability with a brisk 16 off 7 balls before being run out.
The turning point came with Charith Asalanka’s explosive 26 off 9 balls, including 4 sixes, at a strike rate of 288.88. Wanindu Hasaranga contributed with the ball, taking two key wickets of Asalanka and Lahiru Samarakoon for a duck.
Azmatullah Omarzai sealed the victory with an unbeaten 24 off 6 balls, hitting a four and three sixes at a strike rate of 400.00. Despite regular wickets, the Kings maintained a high run rate of 13.54, reaching the target with an over to spare.
Angelo Mathews and Wanindu Hasaranga were the standout bowlers for the Kandy Falcons, both claiming two wickets each.
Dasun Shanaka also took one wicket but was expensive, conceding 26 runs in his 2 overs. The Jaffna Kings’ aggressive batting and timely boundaries ensured their successful chase of the competitive target set by the Falcons.
Kandy Falcons – 78/5 (7/7)
Jaffna Kings – 79/6 (5.5/7)
Result – Jaffna won by 4 wickets
Player of the Match- Jason Behrendorff
Jason Behrendorff
Kandy Falcons | Dinesh Chandimal, Andre Fletcher, Mohammad Haris, Dasun Shanaka, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Ramesh Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Chamath Gomez, Mohammad Hasnain, Shoriful Islam |
Jaffna Kings | Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Rilee Rossouw, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Lahiru Samarakoon, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Fabian Allen, Jason Behrendorff, Asitha Fernando |
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