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.

NEK vs CJ Match Details

Date: December 11th, 2024

Time:  6:00 PM IST

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele 

NEK vs CJ Weather Report

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

NEK vs CJ 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.

NEK  vs CJ 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

NEK Playing XI

Saurabh Tiwary, Kyle Mayers, Bhanuka Rajapaksha, Benny Howell, Dushan Hemantha, Avishka Fernando, Oshane Thomas, Kasun Rajitha, Aftab Alam, Lahiru Madhushanka, Chamika Karunaratne 

NEK vs CJ Key Players

Kasun Rajitha

The bowling attack is getting pretty competitive for Sri Lanka. With another league on the block Rajitha has a chance to add his name on the list given he is already a fringe player and can put pressure on the regulars.

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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NEK vs CJ Match Tips

Considering availability is not a concern NEK should start favorites.

Match Prediction: Nuwara Eliya Kings Will Win the Match

NEK vs CJ Match Preview

The first edition of this year's Lanka T10 Super League 2024 begins on December 11 in Kandy, with an inaugural first match before the second game between the Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers.

NEK vs CJ Match Details

Nuwara Eliya Kings vs Colombo Jaguars – 2nd Match, Lanka T10 Super League

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

Date & Time: 11th December 2024 at 06:15 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

NEK vs CJ Venue Stats

NEK vs CJ 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.

NEK vs CJ Weather Report

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

NEK vs CJ Last Five Matches

NEK vs CJ Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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NEK vs CJ Probable Playing XIs:

Colombo Jaguars Probable Playing XIs

Angelo Mathews(C), Azam Khan, Kamindu Mendis, Matheesha Pathirana, Tymal Mills, Asif Ali, Angelo Perera, Akila Dhananjaya, Najibullah Zadran, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka

Nuwara Eliya Kings Probable Playing XIs

Avishka Fernando(C), Saurabh Tiwary, Dushan Hemantha, Kasun Rajitha, Benny Howell, Kyle Mayers, Lahiru Madushanka, Oshane Thomas, Zubaid Akbari, Vishen Halambage, Chamika Karunaratne

Topmost Picks for NEK vs CJ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Colombo Jaguars

• Najibullah Zadran –  He batted brilliantly in the last game, playing an electrifying knock.
• Tymal Mills – He was the standout performer on display for the team and claimed 2 wickets in the Abu Dhabi T10 League.

Top Picks – Nuwara Eliya Kings

• Avishka Fernando – 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.
• Kasun Rajitha –  He was one of the few bright spots for the Nuwara Eliya Kings and can prove lethal with his left-arm pace.

NEK vs CJ 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 Colombo Jaguars possess momentum and conviction on their side and are early favorites. Considering the team combination, Colombo Jaguars is expected to win this match.