KFL vs JK Match Preview

The Jaffna Kings will face the Kandy Falcons in the eagerly anticipated 15th match of the Lanka Premier League 2024 at Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium. The Jaffna Kings presently lead the standings, with four victories and only two defeats. In contrast, the Kandy Falcons are at the bottom of the standings, having won only two of their six matches.

KFL vs JK Match Details

Kandy Falcons vs Jaffna Kings – 15th Match, Lanka Premier League 2024

Venue: R Premadasa Sports Pavilion, Colombo

Date & Time: 13th July 2024 at 07:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

KFL vs JK Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	176
Avg 2nd inn score	168
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

KFL vs JK Pitch Report

Colombo pitches usually favor hitters early on, with spinner gaining traction later. The fresh pitch in this first game should provide a good batting surface.

KFL vs JK Weather Report

Colombo’s forecast for match day predicts significant cloud cover with scattered thunderstorms, particularly in the morning. Late-evening thunderstorms may disrupt the game.

KFL vs JK Last Five Matches

KFL ( Kandy Falcons )	L L L W W
JK ( Jaffna Kings )	W W L L L

KFL vs JK Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	KFL Won	JK Won	Tie	NR
Overall	9	6	3	0	0
Last 5	5	4	1	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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KFL vs JK Probable Playing XIs:

Jaffna Kings Probable Playing XIs

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Rilee Rossouw, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Fabian Allen, Pramod Madushan, Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Tabraiz Shamsi

Kandy Falcons Probable Playing XIs

Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Andre Fletcher, Mohammad Haris, Kamindu Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Dasun Shanaka, Dushmantha Chameera, Kavindu Pathiratne, Shoriful Islam, Kasun Rajitha

Topmost Picks for KFL vs JK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Jaffna Kings

Top Picks – Kandy Falcons

• Angelo Mathews – Angelo Mathews follows him closely, with 121 runs in 4 innings at a strike rate of 148.
• Shoriful Islam – Shoriful Islam with 4 wickets in 2 innings at 9.37, is turning out to be a genuine wicket-taking option as well.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for KFL vs JK Dream11 Team:

Kamindu Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal(VC), Andre Fletcher, Pathum Nissanka(C), Rilee Rossouw, Azmatullah Omarzai, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka, Asitha Fernando, Dushmantha Chameera

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for KFL vs JK Dream11 Team:

Dinesh Chandimal, Avishka Fernando, Andre Fletcher, Pathum Nissanka, Rilee Rossouw(VC), Azmatullah Omarzai, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Tabraiz Shamsi, Asitha Fernando, Dushmantha Chameera

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Wanindu Hasaranga, Pathum Nissanka

Vice-captain – Dinesh Chandimal, Rilee Rossouw

Wicketkeeper – Dinesh Chandimal

KFL vs JK Probable Winners:

Jaffna Kings currently lead the table, but the Kandy Falcons have traditionally thrived against them and have already defeated them once this season. Despite this, Jaffna’s dependable batsmen, Pathum Nissanka and Avishka Fernando, can set or chase a big score. Their explosive batting lineup, which includes Rilee Rossouw and Fabian Allen, can help them post another impressive total. While Kandy ought to put up a fight, their poor bowling may let them down again. Considering the team combination, Jaffna Kings are expected to win this match.