KB vs NEK Match Preview

Kandy Bolts will be facing Nuwara Eliya Kings on 17th December in their 20th match of the Lanka T10 Super League 2024. Kandy Bolts won their last match and will be carrying the momentum in this match too. On the other hand, Nuwara Eliya Kings hasn't won any match as put of 4 matches, 3 got washed out due to rain.

KB vs NEK Match Details

Kandy Bolts vs Nuwara Eliya Kings – 20th Match, Lanka T10 Super League 2024

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Date & Time: 17th December 2024 at 06:15 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

KB vs NEK Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	117
Avg 2nd inn score	109
Win% batting 1st	57
Win% batting 2nd	43

KB vs NEK Pitch Report

The pitch is ideal for batting because the ball comes easily onto the bat. Bowlers have a difficult time here, and the side that bats first must keep a target score of 130 runs in mind, as the average first-innings score is 123.

KB vs NEK Weather Report

There will be clear skies, and we expect a batting-friendly wicket where fast bowlers will struggle. 

KB vs NEK Last Five Matches

NEK ( Nuwara Eliya Kings )	NR NR NR L NR
KB ( Kandy Bolts )	NR W NR W W

KB vs NEK Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	KB Won	NEK Won	Tie	NR
Overall	0	0	0	0	0
Last 5	0	0	0	0	0

Injury News

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

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KB vs NEK Probable Playing XIs:

Nuwara Eliya Kings Probable Playing XIs

Avishka Fernando, Kyle Mayers, Umar Akmal(w/c), Danushka Gunathilaka, Benny Howell, Lahiru Madushanka, Chamika Karunaratne, Vishen Halambage, Dushan Hemantha, Nimsara Atharagalla, Kasun Rajitha

Kandy Bolts Probable Playing XIs

Pathum Nissanka, Dinesh Chandimal(w), Mohammed Shamaaz, Chaturanga de Silva, Thisara Perera(c), Shehan Jayasuriya, Ronsford Beaton, Imad Wasim, Arinesto Vezha, Seekkuge Prasanna, Kavindu Nirmana

Topmost Picks for KB vs NEK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Nuwara Eliya Kings

• Kyle Mayers –  He batted brilliantly in the last game, playing an electrifying knock.
• Kasun Rajitha – He was the standout performer on display for the team and claimed 2 wickets in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

Top Picks – Kandy Bolts

• Pathum Nissanka – This star batsman scored 31 off 19 balls at number 4 was the highlight performance for the run chase in the series against South Africa.
• Kavindu Nirmana –  He was one of the few bright spots for the Kandy Bolts and can prove lethal with his left-arm pace.

KB vs NEK Probable Winners:

Both teams must be giving their all to win this game. The start of this league is crucial to gain momentum. The bowling assault must get its act together and keep scoring under control. The Nuwara Eliya Kings possess momentum and conviction on their side and are early favorites. Considering the team combination, Nuwara Eliya Kings is expected to win this match.