Cricket Highlights, July 15: LPL 2024 (Match 18) – Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers

Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers (Match 18) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling T20 match between the Kandy Falcons and Dambulla Sixers. The match featured explosive batting displays, notable individual performances, and a disciplined bowling effort that ultimately led to a decisive victory for the Kandy Falcons. 

Batting first, the Falcons amassed a massive 222 for 4, mostly because of important contributions from Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, and Andre Fletcher. In reply, the Dambulla Sixers ended their innings at 168 for 9 after struggling to muster any momentum despite a heroic effort from Kusal Perera. Let’s examine the high points and crucial aspects of this fascinating encounter in more detail.

The Kandy Falcons put on a powerful batting display, amassing a formidable total of 222 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite an early setback with Dinesh Chandimal falling for 12, Andre Fletcher’s explosive 60 off 34 balls, including seven sixes, set the tone. Mohammad Haris contributed a quick-fire 24 off 13, maintaining a high strike rate.

Captain Wanindu Hasaranga’s brief but impactful 25 off 12 balls continued the momentum before Kamindu Mendis and Angelo Mathews took charge. 

Mendis’ unbeaten 51 off 24 balls and Mathews’ blistering 44 not out off 23 balls, featuring five sixes, propelled the Falcons to an impressive finish. The pair added an unbeaten 95 runs for the fifth wicket.

On the bowling front, Dushan Hemantha stood out for the opposition, claiming three wickets for just 14 runs in his four overs. Sonal Dinusha picked up one wicket but was expensive, conceding 39 runs in his three overs. 

The rest of the bowlers struggled, with Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka, Mohammad Nabi, and Chamindu Wickramasinghe all going wicketless and conceding runs at high economies.

Kandy Falcons’ innings was characterized by aggressive batting, with key contributions from multiple players, resulting in a daunting total for their opponents to chase.The Dambulla Sixers, who ended at 168 for 9 in their 20 overs, were unable to chase down 223 runs. 

Kusal Perera provided some resistance with a blazing 74 off 40 balls, including five fours and five sixes, but lacked significant support from his teammates.

Mark Chapman contributed 24 off 19 balls, and there were small contributions from Sonal Dinusha (17), Chamindu Wickramasinghe (18), and Dushan Hemantha (17), but the wickets kept falling at regular intervals. Captain Mohammad Nabi managed only 3 runs, and the lower order could not provide the necessary fireworks to reach the target.

Wanindu Hasaranga was the star bowler for the Kandy Falcons, claiming 4 wickets for 35 runs in his 4 overs. Dasun Shanaka supported well with 3 wickets for 29 runs, and Mohammad Hasnain took 1 for 31. Chaturanga de Silva chipped in with a wicket as well.

Despite Kusal Perera’s valiant effort, the Dambulla Sixers fell 54 runs short, with Kandy Falcons’ disciplined bowling performance sealing a comprehensive victory.

Kandy Falcons vs Colombo Strikers Scoreboard

Kandy Falcons – 222/4 (20.0)

Dambulla Sixers – 168/9 (20.0)

Result – Kandy won by 54 runs

Player of the match – Wanindu Hasaranga

Wanindu Hasaranga

Kandy Falcons vs Dambulla Sixers Playing Eleven

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