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.

JT vs HBT Match Details

Date: December 11th, 2024

Time:  4:00 PM IST

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele 

JT vs HBT Weather Report

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

JT 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.

JT vs HBT Predicted Playing XI

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

JT Playing XI

Tom Kohler Cadmore, Johnson Charles, Kusal Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, David Wiese, Dunith Wellalage, Dwaine Pretorious, Nuwan Thushara, Pramod Madushan 

JT 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.

Nuwan Thushara

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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JT vs HBT Match Tips

Considering availability is not a concern JT should start favorites.

Match Prediction: Jaffna Tigers Will Win the Match

JT vs HBT Match Preview

The first edition of this year's Lanka T10 Super League 2024 begins on December 11 in Kandy with an opening ceremony before the first game between the Jaffna Titans and the Hambantota Bangla Tigers.

JT vs HBT Match Details

Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers – 1st Match, Lanka T10 Super League

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Date & Time: 11th December 2024 at 04:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

JT vs HBT Venue Stats

JT 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.

JT vs HBT Weather Report

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

JT vs HBT Last Five Matches

JT vs HBT Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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JT vs HBT Probable Playing XIs:

Hambantota Bangla Tigers Probable Playing XIs

Dasun Shanaka(C), Iftikhar Ahmed, Dushmantha Chameera, Kusal Perera, Richard Gleeson, Hazratullah Zazai, Isuru Udana, Nishan Peiris, Shevon Daniel, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Chamath Gomez

Jaffna Titans Probable Playing XIs

Wanindu Hasaranga(C), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Amir, Johnson Charles, Dunith Wellalage, Nuwan Thushara, David Wiese, Pramod Madushan, Traveen Mathew

Topmost Picks for JT vs HBT Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Hambantota Bangla Tigers

• Hazratullah Zazai –  He batted brilliantly in the last game, playing an electrifying knock.
• Isuru Udana – He was the standout performer on display for the team and claimed 2 wickets in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

Top Picks – Jaffna Titans

• Charith Asalanka – This star batsman scored 20 off 9 balls at number 3 was the highlight performance for the run chase in the series against South Africa.
• Mohammad Amir –  He was one of the few bright spots for the Jaffna Titans and can prove lethal with his left-arm pace.

JT vs HBT Probable Winners:

Both teams must be giving their all to win this game. As 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.