Sri Lanka kicks off another T10 league. Their national side has been pretty solid in recent months and this tournament could well be the way for them to kick start improvements to their death bowling and T20 batting, while unearthing some new names for the other formats.

CJ vs HBT Match Details

Date: December 13th, 2024

Time:  8:30 PM IST

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele 

CJ vs HBT Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening is expected for the game.

CJ vs HBT Pitch Report

Small boundaries, dew likely in the later stages and flat pitches mean only one thing. Batters are likely to have a lot of fun and batting second could be a better choice.

CJ vs HBT Predicted Playing XI

CJ Playing XI

Najibullah Zadran, Asif Ali, Jewel Andrew, Kamindu Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Aamer Jamal, Ramesh Mendis, Asitha Fernando, Akila Dhananjaya, Dilshan Madhushanka, Matheesha Pathirana

HBT Playing XI

Hazratullah Zazai, Soumya Sarkar, Kusal Perera, Mohammad Shahzad, Karim Janat, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Nishan Peiris, Vijaykanth Viiyashkanth, Dushmantha Chameera, Isuru Udana 

CJ  vs HBT Key Players

Vijaykanth Viyashkanth

Viyashkanth is a talented and upcoming youngster. He hasn't had too many chances in the national side with competition heavy but he will be looking to add his name in the list.

Matheesha Pathirana

Thusara's slinging action makes him an asset in short form cricket and he is someone with a good amount of control. While he may be lower on pace he has the accuracy to make up for it.

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CJ vs HBT Match Tips

Considering availability is not a concern Hambantota should start favorites.

Match Prediction: Hambantota Bangla Tigers Will Win the Match

CJ vs HBT Match Preview

The fifth match of the Lanka T20 League will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium by the Colombo Jaguars against the Hambantota Bangla Tigers. All matches are going to take place at Pallekele. The teams will compete in a round-robin format, with playoffs and a final to determine the winner.

CJ vs HBT Match Details

Colombo Jaguars vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers – 5th Match, Lanka T10 Super League 2024

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Date & Time: 13th December 2024 at 08:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

CJ vs HBT Venue Stats

CJ vs HBT 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.

CJ vs HBT Weather Report

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

CJ vs HBT Last Five Matches

CJ vs HBT Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: Lanka T10 Super League 2024: Complete fixtures and timings

CJ vs HBT Probable Playing XIs:

Hambantota Bangla Tigers Probable Playing XIs

Shevon Daniel, Mohammad Shahzad, Kusal Perera(w), Sahan Arachchige, Sabbir Rahman, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dhananjaya Lakshan, Isuru Udana, Richard Gleeson, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Eshan Malinga

Colombo Jaguars Probable Playing XIs

Jason Roy, Daniel Lawrence, Sadeera Samarawickrama(w), Kamindu Mendis, Angelo Mathews(c), Najibullah Zadran, Ramesh Mendis, Asitha Fernando, Matheesha Pathirana, Garuka Sanketh, Muhammad Ahsan Ali Khan

Topmost Picks for CJ vs HBT Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Hambantota Bangla Tigers

• Dasun Shanaka –  He may not be an ideal finisher considering their lack of consistent opportunities in T20s, it is a T10 game and he needs to deliver this time.
• Richard Gleeson – He was the standout performer on display for the team and claimed 2 wickets in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

Top Picks – Colombo Jaguars

• Daniel Lawrence –  He’s a reliable and experienced all-rounder and can take the total even further when he comes into bat.
• Asitha Fernando – Asitha Fernando took 3 wickets in 2 overs for just 9 runs with an excellent economy of 4.50.

CJ vs HBT 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 Hambantota Bangla Tigers possess momentum and conviction on their side and are early favorites. Considering the team combination, Hambantota Bangla Tigers is expected to win this match.