DHG vs CLS Match Prediction & Betting Tips - Aug 12, 2023
Lanka Premier League 2023 is moving at a rapid pace and the competition is getting increasingly intense with every passing match. Dambulla Aura, who were once near the bottom of the points table, have captured the top position and will now be looking to reserve a slot in the playoffs as soon as possible.
Up next in the tournament, they will be up against Colombo Strikers, whose fortunes have gone from bad good to bad. They were at one time near the top of the points table and their drop down the ladder has been pretty quick. Having said that, a win here can do wonders to get them moving and that is exactly what they will be aiming for.
The match between the two sides is set to be played at the R Premadasa Cricket Stadium, Colombo.
DHG vs CLS Team Previews
Dambulla Giants
Marching forward with unwavering momentum, the Dambulla Aura make their triumphant return to the R. Premadasa Stadium, riding high on a streak of three consecutive victories. Merely hours before this impending clash, they secured their latest victory. In an impressive feat, they tamed the Galle Titans, restricting them to a meager 133/9. The star of the show was Avishka Fernando, who wielded a majestic innings of 70 not out from 49 deliveries, guiding Dambulla to a seven-wicket victory in just 17.4 overs. However, there's no time for rest as they brace themselves for another arduous challenge.
Dambulla Giants Playing 11
Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dhananjaya de Silva, Alex Ross, Dushan Hemantha, Janith Liyanage, Ben McDermott, Binura Fernando, Hasan Ali, Noor Ahmad.
Colombo Stars
Regret hangs over the Colombo Strikers as they reflect on their recent match against the Jaffna Kings. Despite promising starts from the top three batters, their inability to capitalize led to their downfall, culminating in a mere total of 146/8. The Jaffna Kings took ruthless advantage, dismantling Colombo's bowling attack and sealing victory by the midpoint of the 15th over. This has left the Strikers with a mixed record of two wins and three losses in their last five outings.
Colombo Stars Playing 11
Babar Azam, Pathum Nissanka, Niroshan Dickwella, Nuwanidu Fernando, Mohammad Nawaz, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chamika Karunaratne, Angelo Perera, Jeffrey Vandersay, Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana.
DHG vs CLS Betting Tips
Enjoying a substantially longer recovery period compared to the busy Dambulla Aura, the Colombo Strikers are well-rested and poised for action. Yet, the Aura's impressive form renders the time gap less of a concern, as they function with the precision of a finely-tuned mechanism. However, Colombo, on their home turf, are anticipated to burst out of the gates, fueled by determination to prove themselves. The memory of their close encounter with Dambulla, a match decided by a mere ten runs, still lingers. Colombo is unlikely to forget this, and it wouldn't be surprising if one of their batters steps up, amassing a substantial score to make amends for their performance against Jaffna. This could set the stage for a much-needed victory against the formidable Dambulla. Having said that, we think Dambulla Aura are a better balanced team between on paper and have the momentum as well. Considering that and the other factors stated above, a bet on Dambulla Aura should be the way to go.
Who will win DHG vs CLS
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Cricket Betting Tips
- Highest opening partnership - India W (1.55) and 1 more BANW vs INDW betting tip
- Total runs in the highest scoring over of the match - Over 22.5 (1.95) and 2 more MI vs SRH betting tips
- Nazmul Hossain Shanto to become the top batter. - 4.10 and 3 more BAN vs ZIM betting tips
- Delhi Capitals to win the toss - 1.90 and 4 more DC vs RR betting tips
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