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Colombo Strikers beat Galle Titans by 7 wickets
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6.51pm
  Right then! That is all we have from this epic battle! The action in the fourth edition of the Lanka Premier League continues as we have another game coming up soon. Dambulla Aura will clash against Jaffna Kings at this very venue and the first ball will be bowled at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT) but the build-up has already begun so do switch tabs to catch our coverage. From here, goodbye and cheers!
6.48pm
  Niroshan Dickwella, the captain of Colombo Strikers says that he is happy with the win. Adds that it was a tricky outfield and missed a few chances as well. Informs that he cut the webbing between his fingers but he stayed as it would have been unfair to leave his team. Ends by saying that they kept their cool they will look to improve in the next game.
6.46pm
  Dasun Shanaka, the skipper of Galle Titans says that they got a good start but they did not capitalise on it well. Adds that they got the momentum at the start but lost their way in the end. He says that they could have still got the game in the last over. Ends by saying that they will look to bounce back.
6.45pm
  Babar Azam is the Player of the Match for scoring 104 in 59 deliveries in a successful run chase. He says the wicket was good and they utilised it well at the start. He says that he is happy with the victory and it was a narrow one. Adds that he tried to give his best and was just trying to build a partnership. Ends by saying he is happy with the win.
6.44pm
  Time for the presentations...
6.44pm
  Galle Titans were off to a good start as well with the bat as Lasith Croospulle scored 36 in 19 deliveries and added 87 runs for the first wicket with Shevon Daniel. The latter was dismissed one run short of his half-century and Bhanuka Rajapaksa struggled to score his 30 runs having faced 31 balls. Tim Seifert provided the required impetus towards the end accumulating 54 runs in 35 deliveries and remained unbeaten till the end. Naseem Shah, Ramesh Mendis, and Lakshan Sandakan claimed one wicket each for Colombo Strikers but they had left their batters a mountain to climb. They did so with immense grit led by Babar Azam who scored his maiden century in the Lanka Premier League.
6.36pm
  Not many people would have been optimistic of Colombo Strikers' chances at the halfway stage but the openers kept them in the game right from the word go. Babar Azam and Pathum Nissanka added 111 runs for the opening wicket in 12.3 overs and set a perfect platform to push for a win. Pathum Nissanka reached his half-century and was dismissed by Tabraiz Shamsi on 54. Nuwanidu Fernando could not get going and it added some pressure on Babar Azam but the Pakistani skipper did not let it show. He powered through scoring freely and took his team closer to victory. Shamsi got his second for the game when he dismissed Nuwanidu but it was the wicket of Babar Azam in the last over by Kasun Rajitha that brought Galle Titans back into the game. With 14 needed in the last 5 deliveries, it was Mohammad Nawaz who took on the mantle of a finisher and took his team over the finish line.
6.24pm
  What a remarkable run chase we have just witnessed! This game has gone right down to the wire and Colombo Strikers pull off the third-highest successful run chase in the Lanka Premier League to get their second win of this edition. This seven-wicket victory would not have been possible without the remarkable inning played by Babar Azam who took his side almost over the finish line. Galle Titans will be really disappointed with their bowling effort after their batters managed to post a competitive total on the board. With all five teams now having played four games each, they all find themselves on four points with two wins and two losses! Could we have asked for tighter competition?
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19.5
Kasun Rajitha to Mohammad Nawaz
FOUR! Mohammad Nawaz has done it! Fuller one this time, on the pads, Mohammad Nawaz picks it well and flicks it throuh mid-wicket as the ball races away from the fence. Colombo Strikers beat Galle Titans by 7 wickets!
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19.4
Kasun Rajitha to Mohammad Nawaz
SIX! All the way! A low full toss, on off, Mohammad Nawaz stands tall and powers it over cow corner as the ball sails over the ropes for a maximum! 4 needed off 2 now. Are we heading towards a super over here?
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19.3
Kasun Rajitha to Mohammad Nawaz
Too full, just outside off, Mohammad Nawaz drives it to extra covers. The fielder stops it well to his left but the ball deflects towards mid off. The batters collect two. The umpires check for a possible run out at the bowlers end but the replay shows that he was well in.
2
19.2
Kasun Rajitha to Mohammad Nawaz
Kasun Rajitha bowls a wide yorker, Mohammad Nawaz digs it to deep point for a brace.
6.19pm
  Mohammad Nawaz makes his way to the crease.
W
19.1
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
OUT! TAKEN! Kasun Rajitha gets the big fish! Slower ball does the trick. Touch fuller and outside off, Babar Azam gets low and looks to loft it but doesn't get the power right. The ball carries towards long off. Shakib Al Hasan settles under it and completes the catch. Babar Azam makes his way back after a fine, fine knock!
Babar Azam c SA Hasan b K Rajitha 104 (59b 8x4 5x6)
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18.6
Richard Ngarava to Chamika Karunaratne
A wide yorker this time. Chamika Karunaratne looks to drive it but misses. 14 needed off the final over now! Babar Azam on strike... Can he do it?
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18.5
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Bowls it fuller and outside off, Babar Azam drills it to long off for one.
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18.4
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
FOUR! HUNDRED UP FOR BABAR AZAM! Errs his line and lands it down leg, Babar Azam gets low and sweeps it through fine leg for a boundary. The job is not done yet!
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18.3
Richard Ngarava to Chamika Karunaratne
Short and wide, outside off, Chamika Karunaratne looks to slap it but gets a top edge. The ball lobs in the air towards short covers and lands safely. They collect one.
1
18.2
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Back of a length, on off, Babar Azam pulls it to mid-wicket for one. Babar Azam on 99 now!
0
18.1
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
A low full toss, way outside off, Babar Azam looks to slap it but misses.
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17.6
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Quicker one this time, on off, Babar Azam presses forward and taps it to covers for one. Babar Azam moves to 98 now!
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17.5
Tabraiz Shamsi to Chamika Karunaratne
Serves it just outside off, Chamika Karunaratne lofts it towards long on for one.
6.10pm
  Chamika Karunaratne walks out to the middle.
W
17.4
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
OUT! TAKEN! Tabraiz Shamsi strikes! A googly this time, on off, Nuwanidu Fernando moves forward to loft it but mistimes it. Gets the toe end of his bat and carries towards long on. Dasun Shanaka settles under it and takes a sitter. Nuwanidu Fernando makes his way back into the shed.
Nuwanidu Fernando c D Shanaka b T Shamsi 8 (13b 0x4 0x6)
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17.3
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
Play and a miss! Angles it outside off, turning away, Nuwanidu Fernando looks to go for a wild swing but gets beaten.
0
17.2
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
Some turn and bounce, sliding down leg, Nuwanidu Fernando moves forward to heave it but gets a hit on his thighs. Dot.
1
17.1
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Bowls it on middle, Babar Azam flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
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16.6
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Richard Ngarava serves it on a length this time, Babar Azam turns it to mid-wicket for one. 24 needed off 18 now!
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16.5
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Keeps it bowling fuller in length, Babar Azam drills it down to wide long off for a brace.
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16.4
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
DROPPED AND FOUR! Lands it full and outside off, Babar Azam gets low to slog it but gets a thick outside edge. The ball carries towards short third man who just manages to get his hands to it as the ball races away from the fence. Close again!
0
16.3
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Oh, that was close! On a length and on off, Babar Azam drills it back to the right of the bowler. He puts his hands to take it but the ball deflects towards mid on. Dot.
1
16.2
Richard Ngarava to Nuwanidu Fernando
Too full this time, way outside off, Nuwanidu Fernando steers it to deep backward point for a single.
0
16.1
Richard Ngarava to Nuwanidu Fernando
Sways it outside off, Nuwanidu Fernando looks to slap it but misses.
6
15.6
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
SIX! All the way! Touch short, on off, Babar Azam shimmies down the wicket and lofts it over long on as the ball sails over the ropes. Colombo Strikers needs 32 runs in 24 balls now!
1
15.5
Shakib Al Hasan to Nuwanidu Fernando
Shakib Al Hasan serves it on off, Nuwanidu Fernando punches it towards covers for one again.
0
15.4
Shakib Al Hasan to Nuwanidu Fernando
Lands it outside off, turning away, Nuwanidu Fernando goes for a wild swing but misses.
1
15.3
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Some turn and bounce, on middle, Babar Azam punches it to covers for one.
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15.2
Shakib Al Hasan to Nuwanidu Fernando
Shakib Al Hasan bowls it down leg, following the batter, Nuwanidu Fernando moves to his left and cuts it to covers for one again.
1
15.1
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Touch short, on middle and leg, Babar Azam tucks it to mid-wicket for one.
5.57pm
  Strategic Timeout! Colombo Strikers are in a good position to win the game from here with Babar Azam batting handsomely on 81 along with the young Nuwanidu Fernando. They need another 42 off the last 5 overs with 9 wickets in hand. Galle Titans need to pick up wickets to win this game. Let's see what happens after the break.
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14.6
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
Angles this into the stumps on a fuller length. Babar Azam clips this towards deep square leg and picks up a single to retain strike.
Wd
14.6
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
WIDE! Strays down leg on a fuller length. Babar Azam swings at it but does not connect and the umpire calls this wide.
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14.5
Kasun Rajitha to Nuwanidu Fernando
Another shorter delivery outside off. Nuwanidu Fernando cuts it away towards the cover region for a single.
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14.4
Kasun Rajitha to Nuwanidu Fernando
On a good length this time and just outside the off pole. Nuwanidu Fernando pushes this towards mid-wicket and a misfield allows the batters to complete two runs.
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14.3
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
Shorter delivery outside off. Babar Azam punches it towards point for a single.
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14.2
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
SIX! Babar Azam has really gotten the hang of it now! Another slower ball on off. Babar Azam clears his front foot and lofts it through the line over mid-off with impeccable timing. That is another maximum for Babar Azam and Colombo Strikers.
2
14.1
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
A slower ball on middle and leg. Babar Azam flicks it through mid-wicket for a couple.
5.52pm
  Kasun Rajitha comes back into the attack.
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13.6
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
A low full toss fired on leg. Babar Azam flicks it to deep mid-wicket. Thats is 20 of the over, a very good over for Colombo Strikers.
2
13.5
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Floats this one full and in line with the stumps. Babar Azam flicks this towards deep mid-wicket and they run well to complete two runs.
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13.4
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
FOUR! Just short outside off. Babar Azam cuts at it hard and finds the gap towards point. That is 16 off the last 3 deliveries. Babar Azam taking apart the bowlers.
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13.3
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
SIX! Thats two in two! A leg-break this time and Babar Azam read it well. Babar Azam gets down on one knee and makes an even better contact with the ball. Again plays the slog sweep and clears the boundary. Power hitting at it's best!
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13.2
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
SIX! What a shot! Babar Azam brings out the slog sweep. Pitched a little up and Babar Azam gets down and gets a hold of it cleanly. The ball clears long-on comfortably .
0
13.1
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Pitched up and turning away from off. Babar Azam defends it.
Wd
13.1
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Pitched way wide of the leg stump. Babar Azam tries to sweep it but misses and it is called a wide.
0
12.6
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
Pitched up on the toes. Nuwanidu Fernando tries to flick it but he misses and it hits the pads.
2
12.5
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
Floats this one full and down leg side. Nuwanidu Fernando clips this down to fine leg for a couple of runs.
0
12.4
Tabraiz Shamsi to Nuwanidu Fernando
Tossed up just outside off. Nuwanidu Fernando hangs back and blocks it.
5.44pm
  Nuwanidu Fernando walks to the middle and joins Babar Azam.
W
12.3
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
OUT! CAUGHT! Tabraiz Shamsi takes the first wicket for his team and breaks an ominous opening partnership by dismissing the dangerous-looking Pathum Nissanka. Pulled back his length a little and pitched on middle. Pathum Nissanka stretches out but miscues the slog sweep and sends the ball into the safe hands of Shevon Daniel at deep mid-wicket. Galle Titans were desperate for this breakthrough and will be hoping to claw back into this game.
Pathum Nissanka c S Daniel b T Shamsi 54 (40b 5x4 1x6)
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12.2
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
Bowls this short and at the stumps. Pathum Nissanka makes room and slaps this hard towards the fielder at covers who makes a good stop to save runs.
4
12.1
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Easy pickings for Pathum Nissanka and he does not miss out on this freebie! Tabraiz Shamsi bowls this short and pitching outside leg. Pathum Nissanka pulls this towards the deep square leg boundary for four more runs.
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11.6
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
FIFTY for Pathum Nissanka as both the openers are batting toe-to-toe in this partnership! This is short and outside off. Pathum Nissanka rocks back and cuts this towards deep point for a single to reach his landmark.
0
11.5
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Tosses this full and just outside off. Pathum Nissanka knocks this back towards the bowler.
0
11.4
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Tossed up on middle. Pathum Nissanka stays back and defends it.
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11.3
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Another flighted delivery pitched up. Babar Azam punches it through mid-off for a single.
2
11.2
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
The Pakistan skipper has reached his FIFTY! A slower delivery floated up on the pads. Babar Azam flicks it away towards mid-wicket and straight away calls for two. A very well-deserved half-century for Babar Azam and he will look to finish the game from here on.
1
11.1
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Round the wicket pitched up. Pathum Nissanka shifts back and tucks it away to mid-wicket for a single.
1
10.6
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
A googly from Tabraiz Shamsi! Pathum Nissanka stays back and pulls it over mid-wicket for a single.
1
10.5
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
A little quicker and on the pads. Babar Azam goes back and punches it behind square leg for a single.
0
10.4
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Another leg breaker from Tabraiz Shamsi. Babar Azam blocks it solidly.
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10.3
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Another leg breaker pitched up. Babar Azam waits for it and created room before driving it towards covers for a couple. Brings up the 100 for Colombo Strikers without a loss of a wicket.
1
10.2
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
Again back of the length delivery and Pathum Nissanka sends it towards deep square for a single.
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10.1
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Back-of-a-length delivery on middle and leg. Pathum Nissanka stays back in the crease and uses the angle to smash the ball on his leg side towards the deep square leg fence for four more runs.
1
9.6
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Just short outside off stump. Pathum Nissanka goes back and pulls it away to long on for a single to end the over.
1
9.5
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Pitches this one up on the pads, Babar Azam flicks it to deep mid wicket and runs another single.
1
9.4
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Another short ball, pulled away towards long on for a single.
1
9.3
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Just short at the stumps. Babar Azam plays it to long on and runs a single.
4
9.2
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
FOUR! What a cracker down the ground by Babar Azam. Another length ball on the stumps and the batter slams it right past the bowler for a boundary.
1
9.1
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Just short at the stumps. Played towards long on for a run.
0
8.6
Dasun Shanaka to Babar Azam
Back of a length, slower ball, Babar looks to cut and cannot get it through into the gap.
1
8.5
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Low full toss outside off stump. Pathum Nissanka plays it to sweepers for a single.
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8.4
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Pure timing on this occasion over point. Short and wide by the bowler. Pathum Nissanka plays the late cut over point for a welcome boundary.
1
8.3
Dasun Shanaka to Babar Azam
Hits the good length hard on the off stump. Babar Azam blocks it well for a single at covers.
1
8.2
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Just short outside the off stump. Pathum Nissanka cuts away towards sweepers for a single.
1
8.1
Dasun Shanaka to Babar Azam
Full toss on the pads. Babar Azam plays it straight to long on and runs a single.
1
7.6
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Bowls this short and wide outside the off stump. Babar Azam goes deep in the crease and cuts this hard to deep point for a single.
1
7.5
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Another short ball at the stumps. Pathum Nissanka pulls it for a single.
1
7.4
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Another short ball. Babar Azam flicks it to deep square leg for a single.
1
7.3
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Short at the pads. Babar Azam pulls it to deep square leg for a run.
1
7.2
Akila Dananjaya to Babar Azam
Just short but at the off stump. Babar Azam blocks it off to short third man.
1
7.1
Akila Dananjaya to Pathum Nissanka
Drops short straight at the stumps. Pathum Nissanka pulls it to deep midwicket for a single.
5.22pm
  Slight halt. That should be the game for Minod Bhanuka who is helped off the field as he looks to have injured his groin. His foot got stuck in the ground while going for the ball and he holds the inside part of his thigh instantly in pain. The stretcher is being called to the boundary line and it is really unfortunate for the player and his team. In the meantime, Akila Dananjaya has been brought into the attack.
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6.6
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Just short on the off stump. The slower ball is being used. Pathum Nissanka pulls it straight to deep mid wicket for a single to end the over.
2
6.5
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Another full toss at the body of the batter who plays it straight towards long on and picks up 2 runs.
1
6.4
Dasun Shanaka to Babar Azam
Good length ball shaping away from the middle stump. Babar Azam plays it to sweepers for a run.
1
6.3
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Full toss at the body of the batter. Pathum Nissanka pulls it to deep swuare leg for a single.
1
6.2
Dasun Shanaka to Babar Azam
Hits the good length hard on the off stump. Babar Azam pushes it on the front leg towards long off for a run.
1
6.1
Dasun Shanaka to Pathum Nissanka
Starts off with a slower ball up at the stumps. Pathum Nissanka flicks it between deep mid wicket and long on and runs a single.
5.16pm
  Strategic break. The Colombo Strikers have started off their chase very strongly with both their openers scoring fast runs. They have certainly put pressure on the Galle Titans who have failed to restrict the batters in the powerplay. The Galle Titans bowlers need to put pressure on the batters and take some timely wickets while the Colombo Strikers batters will look to narrow down the runs required for them to win.
1
5.6
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
Another short ball on the leg stump. Pathum Nissanka plays it towards deep mid wicket for a single to end the over. Colombo Strikers are 63 for no loss after the Powerplay.
1
5.5
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Dragged down on the stumps. Babar Azam flicks it to deep mid wicket for a run.
0
5.4
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Way down the leg side this time, hits the pads of the batter and straight to the wicketkeeper.
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5.3
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
SIX! Slogged away over deep mid-wicket. Tabraiz Shamsi loops one up on the stumps. Babar Azam goes down on one knee and dispatches it over the deep midwicket fielder.
0
5.2
Tabraiz Shamsi to Babar Azam
Just short outside off stump. Babar Azam looks to cut but finds the fielder at point.
1
5.1
Tabraiz Shamsi to Pathum Nissanka
Bowls short on the leg stump. Pathum Nissanka pulls it from the crease towards deep square leg for a run.
2
4.6
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Bangs this in short and at the batter. Babar Azam goes for the pull and gets a top edge that lands in the vacant fine leg region. The batters are able to pick up a couple of runs.
0
4.5
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Back of a length and outside the off pole. Babar Azam throws his bat at the ball but is late into his shot and misses. Cries out in frustration.
4
4.4
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
FOUR! Sheer timing on this one as he finds the fence one more time with complete ease. What quality from the batter! This is bowled on a good length and outside off. Babar Azam pushes this towards deep point for four runs.
1
4.3
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
Length ball angling across. Nissanka cuts this to deep cover-point for a run.
0
4.2
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
On a length and on off, Pathum Nissanka presses forward and blocks it back.
5Wd
4.2
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
FIVE WIDES! Wayward delivery from Richard Ngarava and it costs his team extra runs. This is short and going down leg. Pathum Nissanka attempts to pull but misses and the keeper is unable to collect it. The ball runs down to fine leg for five wides.
4
4.1
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Pathum Nissanka is looking really good as well and he finds the gap to perfection this time! This is bowled on a good length and outside the off stump. Pathum Nissanka punches this into the off side and finds the deep cover-point fence for four runs.
1
3.6
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
On a shorter length this time and outside off. Pathum Nissanka goes deep in the crease and cross-bats this to the right of long on for a run to retain strike.
2
3.5
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Loops this into the stumps on a fuller length. Pathum Nissanka clips this towards deep mid-wicket and they run well to pick up a couple of runs.
1
3.4
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Flighted full and just outside the off stump. Babar Azam charges down the wicket and hits this uppishly towards long on for one.
1
3.3
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Tosses this one full and outside off. Pathum Nissanka pushes this towards long off for a single.
4
3.2
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
FOUR! Shakib Al Hasan is furious with himself but this is a really good shot by the batter! This is floated full and outside the off pole. Pathum Nissanka gets his front foot across the line and sweeps this hard towards deep backward square leg for four runs.
1
3.1
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Shakib Al Hasan bowls this slightly short and in line with the stumps. Babar Azam rocks back and punches this down to long on for one.
0
2.6
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
Continues to pull his length back and delivers this outside the off pole. Pathum Nissanka slashes his blade at the ball but does not connect.
0
2.5
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
Goes back to bowling over the wicket and slightly back of a length on an off-stump line. Pathum Nissanka looks to hit across the line but misses and gets hit in the mid-riff.
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2.4
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
SIX! This is hit through the line all the way over the fence for a maximum! Richard Ngarava decides to go 'round the wicket and serves this outside off on a good length. Pathum Nissanka thumps this over long on and adds six runs to his kitty.
1
2.3
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Bowls this slightly back of a length and in line with the stumps. Babar Azam rides the bounce and dabs this towards point. A misfield by the fielder allows them to take a single.
1
2.2
Richard Ngarava to Pathum Nissanka
Goes full this time and at the pads. Pathum Nissanka flicks this towards deep square leg and picks up a single.
1
2.1
Richard Ngarava to Babar Azam
Richard Ngarava bowls this on a good length and pitching outside leg. Babar Azam tucks this towards deep backward square leg for one.
1
1.6
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Floats this wide outside the off stump on a fuller length. Babar Azam knocks this through mid on for an easy run. He will keep strike.
0
1.5
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Continues to attack the stumps on a shortish length. Babar Azam tucks this towards the fielder at backward square leg.
1
1.4
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Into the pads a slightly full. Pathum Nissanka flicks this towards deep square leg for one more.
1
1.3
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Slightly short and into the stumps. Babar Azam shimmies down the wicket and whips this towards deep square leg for a run.
1
1.2
Shakib Al Hasan to Pathum Nissanka
Loops this one full and in line with the stumps. Pathum Nissanka clips this towards deep mid-wicket for a single.
1
1.1
Shakib Al Hasan to Babar Azam
Shakib Al Hasan floats this one full and into the pads. Babar Azam eases this down to long on for one.
4.54pm
  Some spin as Shakib Al Hasan shares the attack.
1
0.6
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
Bowls this on a good length and outside the off pole. Babar Azam guides this to deep backward point for a run and will keep strike.
4
0.5
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
FOUR! Make that three in a row! What a start this is for Colombo Strikers and Babar Azam! Kasun Rajitha bowls a slower delivery but strays onto the pads. Babar Azam clips this down to fine leg for four more runs.
4
0.4
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
FOUR! Back-to-back boundaries and Babar Azam looks in fine touch here! This is bowled on a good length and outside the off stump. Babar Azam punches this towards deep cover for four runs.
4
0.3
Kasun Rajitha to Babar Azam
FOUR! Good length onto the pads. Babar Azam times it perfectly and gets the ball through the gap at mid-wicket where the ball finds the fence. Babar Azam looked in complete control while playing the shot and what a way to get off the mark.
1
0.2
Kasun Rajitha to Pathum Nissanka
Pulled back his length a bit angling towards the pads. Pathum Nissanka gets off the mark with a flick past mid-on.
0
0.1
Kasun Rajitha to Pathum Nissanka
A full delivery on off. Pathum Nissanka drives the delivery on the bounce to find the fielder at mid-off.
4.50pm
  The umpires have made their way out to the middle. The fielding team has taken their respective positions. The openers for Colombo Strikers are Babar Azam and Pathum Nissanka. Kasun Rajitha has the ball in hand for the opening spell. Let's go...
4.49pm
  ... THE RUN CHASE ...
4.42pm
  Right then, Galle Titans have posted a mammoth total of 188 runs on the board. They will be hoping for their bowlers to uphold this. For Colombo Strikers, the onus is on their batters to put up a gritty stand and chase this down. Can they do it? Or will the Galle Titans maintain their dominance in the league? Let's find out soon. Chase coming up shortly...
4.41pm
  It was a decent effort with the ball from the Colombo Strikers. One thing is for sure the decision of bowling first hasn't really worked out well for them. Nonetheless, they have some power hitters by their side who can chase this down. Lakshan Sandakan, Ramesh Mendis, and Naseem Shah chipped in with one wicket each for their side. Naseem Shah though was a bit expensive for his likes. The rest of the bowlers remained wicketless.
4.40pm
  Galle Titans have put their A-game with the blade. Lasith Croospulle and Shevon Daniel were off to a flier but were dismissed for 36 and 49 respectively. Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Tim Seifert then continued with the onslaught. The former was dismissed for 30 whilst Tim Seifert went on to score an unbeaten half-century. The batters have done their job and that too really well. They will hope for their bowlers to defend this and maintain their dominance in the League.
Over
20
9 Runs
4
1
0
1B
Wd
1B
1
GT
188/3
Tim Seifert
54
(35)
Dasun Shanaka
6
(4)
Matheesha Pathirana
4 - 0 - 41 - 0
1
19.6
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Really good last two overs from Colombo Strikers! Matheesha Pathirana bowls this back of a length and outside off. Tim Seifert swats this towards deep mid-wicket and has to settle for a single. 9 runs from this over and just 16 runs in the last two overs of this innings.
1B
19.5
Matheesha Pathirana to Dasun Shanaka
Bangs this in short and in line with the stumps. Dasun Shanaka sways back and looks to play this late but does not connect. Niroshan Dickwella fumbles behind the stumps and they get another bye.
Wd
19.5
Matheesha Pathirana to Dasun Shanaka
WIDE! Short this time and wide outside the off stump beyond the tram line. Dasun Shanaka leaves this one alone and the umpire calls this wide.
1B
19.4
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
On a good length this time for a change and outside off. Tim Seifert looks to hit through the line but is beaten on the outside edge. Dasun Shanaka calls his through for a bye and they make it with ease.
0
19.3
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Nails a wide yorker outside the off stump. Tim Seifert backs away to make room and has to reach for the ball. Swats through thin air.
1
19.2
Matheesha Pathirana to Dasun Shanaka
Continues to bowl full and outside off. Dasun Shanaka punches this towards deep point for a single.
4
19.1
Matheesha Pathirana to Dasun Shanaka
FOUR! Dasun Shanaka is proving to be a world-class finisher! Matheesha Pathirana bowls this full and outside the off pole. Dasun Shanaka creams this towards the deep cover fence for four runs.
Over
19
7 Runs
1
4
1
W
1
0
GT
179/3
Tim Seifert
53
(32)
Dasun Shanaka
1
(1)
Naseem Shah
4 - 0 - 36 - 1
0
18.6
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
Back of a length this time and outside off. Tim Seifert gets on his toes and swings his blade but does not connect. Just 7 runs from the over and a wicket.
1
18.5
Naseem Shah to Dasun Shanaka
Bowls really full and outside the off stump. Dasun Shanaka drills this hard to the fielder at cover and takes a singhle to open his account.
4.30pm
  The skipper, Dasun Shanaka walks out to bat next.
W
18.4
Naseem Shah to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
OUT! TIMBER! Naseem Shah hits the bull's eye and Bhanuka Rajapaksa's troubled inning comes to an end! Naseem Shah bowls a yorker aimed for the leg pole. Bhanuka Rajapaksa looks to be innovative and gets across the line of the stumps to play this fine but misses. The stumps are disturbed and Bhanuka Rajapaksa has to make the long walk back. He did not look convincing in this inning and Galle Titans have lost their third wicket. Will they be able to get close to 200?
Bhanuka Rajapaksa b N Shah 30 (31b 2x4 0x6)
1
18.3
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
Bowls this on a yorker length and into the pads. Tim Seifert clips this towards deep backward square leg for a run.
4
18.2
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
FOUR! That is FIFTY for Tim Seifert and he has got there in just 30 deliveries! He has provided his side with a much-needed impetus towards the end. This is bowled short and outside the off stump. Tim Seifert gets on top of the bounce and pulls this towards deep square leg. A misfield allows the ball to go over the fence.
1
18.1
Naseem Shah to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Naseem Shah bowls this full and outside the off pole. Bhanuka Rajapaksa knocks this down to long off for one.
Over
18
14 Runs
0
2
1
4
1
6
GT
172/2
Tim Seifert
48
(29)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
29
(29)
Matheesha Pathirana
3 - 0 - 34 - 0
6
17.6
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
SIX! Tim Seifert is making a solid impression on this game as he shows his big-hitting prowess! Matheesha Pathirana serves this under the bat outside the off pole. Tim Seifert gets a hold of this one and deposits the ball over long on for six runs. 14 runs coming from the over.
1
17.5
Matheesha Pathirana to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Delivers this full and outside the off stump. Bhanuka Rajapaksa works this towards deep point for a single.
4
17.4
Matheesha Pathirana to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
FOUR! This is all hand-eye coordination from Bhanuka Rajapaksa as he hardly moved in his crease! Matheesha Pathirana attempts a yorker on an off-stump line. Bhanuka Rajapaksa times this beautifully through covers for four more runs.
1
17.3
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Continues to bowl full and wide outside off. Tim Seifert walks across the stumps to paddle the ball fine but does not connect well. The ball lobs up into the vacant square leg region and they cross for one.
2
17.2
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Another really full delivery bowled outside the off pole. Tim Seifert connects this time and knocks the ball to deep cover for a couple of runs.
0
17.1
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Matheesha Pathirana bowls this full and outside the off stump. Tim Seifert moves around in the crease to make room but ends up having to reach for the ball. Does not get any bat on it though.
Over
17
13 Runs
1
4
Wd
4B
1
1
1
GT
158/2
Tim Seifert
39
(25)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
24
(27)
Naseem Shah
3 - 0 - 29 - 0
1
16.6
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
Aims to bowl a yorker once again in line with the stumps. Tim Seifert takes it on the full and hits this hard towards long for a single to retain strike.
1
16.5
Naseem Shah to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
A low full toss bowled at the stumps. Bhanuka Rajapaksa knocks this with a straight bat towards long on for one.
1
16.4
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
Nails the yorker once again and follows the batter as he looks to make room. Tim Seifert gets his bat down in time and the ball rolls into the side. A run taken.
4B
16.3
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
FOUR BYES! Goes full and aims for the batter's toes. Tim Seifert looks to dig the ball out but does not connect. The ball goes through the legs and past the diving keeper for four byes towards fine leg.
Wd
16.3
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
WIDE! Bangs this in short and way down leg side. Tim Seifert leaves this one alone and the umpire calls this wide.
4
16.2
Naseem Shah to Tim Seifert
FOUR! Tim Seifert is getting a move on here and exhibiting his power! This is bowled on a good length and outside the off stump. Tim Seifert clears his front foot out of the way and pounds this towards deep cover for four runs.
1
16.1
Naseem Shah to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Naseem Shah bowls this short and outside the off pole. Bhanuka Rajapaksa stands tall and cuts this towards deep point for a run.
Over
16
11 Runs
1
1
1
1
1
6
GT
145/2
Tim Seifert
33
(21)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
22
(25)
Lakshan Sandakan
4 - 0 - 29 - 1
6
15.6
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
SIX! That is more like it from the Galle Titans batters as Tim Seifert gets a hold of this one! The pressure was building and this should help get them going! Lakshan Sandakan loops this full and at the stumps. Tim Seifert heaves across the line and deposits this over deep square leg for six runs.
1
15.5
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
A bit of aggression is shown by Bhanuka Rajapaksa but to no avail! This is flighted full and on a leg-stump line. Bhanuka Rajapaksa chips this just short of long on for another single.
1
15.4
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
On a shortish length once again and outside the off pole. Tim Seifert knocks this down to long off for an easy run.
1
15.3
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Tosses this one full and in line with the stumps. Bhanuka Rajapaksa shimmies down the wicket and punches this back past the bowler. poor running as they collect just one.
1
15.2
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
Bowls this slightly short and outside the off stump. Tim Seifert rocks back and hits this straight to cover. They steal a single though.
1
15.1
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
NOT OUT! Length delivery here, Rajapaksa hits this to covers and sets off for a single. An easy single and he goes for a deadly double. The fielder is quick to throw it to the striker's end and the keeper whips off the bails in a flash. The umpire goes upstairs to have a check. An error from Dickwella as he whips off the bails with his gloves and Seifert survives here.
Over
15
9 Runs
1
1
1
4
1
1
GT
134/2
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
19
(22)
Tim Seifert
25
(18)
Matheesha Pathirana
2 - 0 - 20 - 0
1
14.6
Matheesha Pathirana to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Lands it outside off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa steers it to point for one again.
1
14.5
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
On a length and on off, Tim Seifert moves to his right and tucks it to mid-wicket for one.
4
14.4
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
FOUR! Perfectly timed! Errs his line and bowls it down leg, Tim Seifert picks it well and tickles it through fine leg for a boundary!
1
14.3
Matheesha Pathirana to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Bowls it on middle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa tucks it to mid-wicket for one.
1
14.2
Matheesha Pathirana to Tim Seifert
Too full, on middle and leg, Tim Seifert flicks it to square leg for one.
1
14.1
Matheesha Pathirana to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
A low full toss, just outside off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa slices it towards deep point for a single.
Over
14
10 Runs
1
1
0
6
1
1
GT
125/2
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
16
(19)
Tim Seifert
19
(15)
Mohammad Nawaz
2 - 0 - 21 - 0
1
13.6
Mohammad Nawaz to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Mohammad Nawaz serves it fuller this time, Bhanuka Rajapaksa hangs back and nudges it to mid-wicket for a single again.
1
13.5
Mohammad Nawaz to Tim Seifert
Slower one, on middle, Tim Seifert flicks it to square leg for one.
6
13.4
Mohammad Nawaz to Tim Seifert
SIX! Excellent timing on this! Bowls it fuller, on middle, Tim Seifert gets low and slogs it over deep mid-wicket as the ball sails into the stands for a maximum. They have moved up the gears now!
0
13.3
Mohammad Nawaz to Tim Seifert
Sways it down leg, Tim Seifert looks to flick it but gets rapped on his pads. Dot.
1
13.2
Mohammad Nawaz to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Touch short again, on middle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa tucks it to square leg for one again.
1
13.1
Mohammad Nawaz to Tim Seifert
Slower one, just outside off, Tim Seifert punches it to extra covers for one.
4.01pm
  Strategic break! Colombo Strikers have managed to slow the Galle Titans down by taking two quick wickets but the partnership is building again. The Strikers will have to bowl tight to restrict the Titans from scoring many runs and hopefully take some timely wickets. The Titans will have to start playing a little more aggressively from now to put some runs on the board. Mohammad Nawaz comes back into the attack now...
Over
13
7 Runs
0
4
1
1
0
1
GT
115/2
Tim Seifert
11
(11)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
14
(17)
Chamika Karunaratne
2 - 0 - 20 - 0
1
12.6
Chamika Karunaratne to Tim Seifert
Chamika Karunaratne bowls it shorter, on off, Tim Seifert pulls it to square leg for one.
0
12.5
Chamika Karunaratne to Tim Seifert
Touch short, on middle and leg, Tim Seifert looks to pull it but doesn't connect it well. Miscues it back to the left of the bowler.
1
12.4
Chamika Karunaratne to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Back of a length again, on middle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa tucks it to square leg for one more.
1
12.3
Chamika Karunaratne to Tim Seifert
Drags his length back a bit, and bowls it down leg, Tim Seifert tickles it to fine leg for a single.
4
12.2
Chamika Karunaratne to Tim Seifert
FOUR! Beautifully timed! Bowls it touch fuller, just outside off, Tim Seifert stays in his crease and creams it through extra covers as the ball finds the fence in no time!
0
12.1
Chamika Karunaratne to Tim Seifert
Good length, angling in, Tim Seifert plays an on drive but finds the fielder at mid on.
Over
12
9 Runs
1
4
1
1B
1
1
GT
108/2
Tim Seifert
5
(6)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
13
(16)
Lakshan Sandakan
3 - 0 - 18 - 1
1
11.6
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
Slower one, giving it some air, Tim Seifert nudges this down the ground for one.
1
11.5
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Floated up, at the stumps. Bhanuka Rajapaksa clips to short third for a single.
1B
11.4
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
Quicker one, outside off, Tim Seifert looks to punch it but misses. The keeper misses it as well as the batters collect one.
1
11.3
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Quicker one, on off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa works it to mid-wicket for one.
4
11.2
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
FOUR! Excellent use of the feet! Full, on off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa moves down the wicket and creams it through covers as the ball finds the fence.
1
11.1
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
Some turn and bounce, on leg, Tim Seifert tucks it to square leg for one.
Over
11
2 Runs
0
1
1
0
0
0
GT
99/2
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
7
(13)
Tim Seifert
3
(3)
Ramesh Mendis
4 - 0 - 33 - 1
0
10.6
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Lands it on off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa pushes it to the fielder at covers.
0
10.5
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Quicker one, on off, Bhanuka Rajapaksa covers his line nad blocks it away.
0
10.4
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Too full on this occasion, Bhanuka Rajapaksa leans forward and blocks it solidly.
1
10.3
Ramesh Mendis to Tim Seifert
Full, angling in, Tim Seifert turns it to mid-wicket for a single.
1
10.2
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Quicker one, on middle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa presses forward and flicks it to mid-wicket for one.
0
10.1
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Lands it on middle, this is defended back towards the bowler.
Over
10
6 Runs
Wd
0
1
1
1
1
1
GT
97/2
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
6
(8)
Tim Seifert
2
(2)
Lakshan Sandakan
2 - 0 - 10 - 1
1
9.6
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Floated up on off. Bhanuka Rajapaksa comes forward and drives it towards long-off for a single.
1
9.5
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
Pitched up turning towards leg. Tim Seifert flicks it off his back foot and takes off for a single.
1
9.4
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Floated up on off. Bhanuka Rajapaksa drives it towards long off for a single.
1
9.3
Lakshan Sandakan to Tim Seifert
A slower delivery angling on middle. Tim Seifert flicks it away towards mid-wicket for a single.
1
9.2
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Flighted up on the toes. Bhanuka Rajapaksa comes down and drives it for a single.
0
9.1
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Floated up on off and middle. Bhanuka Rajapaksa defends it.
Wd
9.1
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Pitched wide off the leg stump. Bhanuka Rajapaksa swings but cannot find any connection. It is called a wide by the umpire.
3.44pm
  Tim Seifert walks in at number 4.
Over
9
3 Runs
1
1
0
1
0
W
GT
91/2
Shevon Daniel
49
(31)
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
3
(4)
Ramesh Mendis
3 - 0 - 31 - 1
W
8.6
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
OUT! Two wickets in two overs and Colombo Strikers are clawing their way back into this game! Ramesh Mendis floats this one full and into the stumps. Shevon Daniel looks to work this leg side with the angle but does not get bat on this. The ball hits the back pad and the bowler appeals instantly. The umpire raises his finger and both the set batters have now been sent back to the shed. Colombo Strikers really needed this double strike and they will be hoping to get a few more quick wickets to build some pressure.
Shevon Daniel lbw R Mendis 49 (31b 5x4 2x6)
0
8.5
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Lobbed up outside the off pole. Shevon Daniel punches it off his front foot but finds a fielder.
1
8.4
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Pitched up on middle. Bhanuka Rajapaksa drives it towards mid on for another single.
0
8.3
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Straight on the line of the stumps. Bhanuka Rajapaksa pushes it towards point but could not find the gap.
1
8.2
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Pulled back his length and drifting towards the leg stump. Shevon Daniel nudges it lightly through mid-wicket and takes off for a single.
1
8.1
Ramesh Mendis to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Pitchd up outside off. Bhanuka Rajapaksa sends it towards point for a single.
3.40pm
  Ramesh Mendis to continue...
Over
8
4 Runs
2
0
0
1
W
1
GT
88/1
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
1
(1)
Shevon Daniel
48
(28)
Lakshan Sandakan
1 - 0 - 4 - 1
1
7.6
Lakshan Sandakan to Bhanuka Rajapaksa
Flighted up angling towards the off pole. Bhanuka Rajapaksa drives it towards the covers for a single to get off the mark.
3.37pm
  Strategic Time-out! The Galle Titans are off to a flyer after being put out to bat. Both the openers have been hitting boundaries at regular intervals from the word GO and have posted a total of 87 runs for the opening stand after 7.5 overs. Lasith Croospulle gets out at the brink of time out scoring 36 off just 19 balls. Colombo Strikers on the other hand have had a bad day at the field so far with a couple of dropped chances already. The bowlers have not been according to the plan and the Captain would already feel as the decision to bowl first was not the right one. The Colombo Strikers should be hoping to get more wickets in the coming overs if they want to get back in this game. Bhanuka Rajapaksa walks in at number 3.
W
7.5
Lakshan Sandakan to Lasith Croospulle
OUT! BOWLED! Finally Colombo Strikers get a break through as Lakshan Sandakan strikes. Drifitng across towards the off stump and Lasith Croospulle goes for a reverse-sweep but catches the bottom edge, dragging the ball onto the stumps.
Lasith Croospulle b L Sandakan 36 (19b 4x4 2x6)
1
7.4
Lakshan Sandakan to Shevon Daniel
Bowls it on middle and leg, Shevon Daniel guides it to fine leg for one.
0
7.3
Lakshan Sandakan to Shevon Daniel
Some turn and bounce, around off, Shevon Daniel covers his line and blocks it away.
0
7.2
Lakshan Sandakan to Shevon Daniel
Lands it on off, Shevon Daniel blocks it back towards the bowler.
2
7.1
Lakshan Sandakan to Shevon Daniel
A slower delivery onto the pads. Shevon Daniel clips it away to square leg for a couple.
Over
7
17 Runs
1
2
1
6
1
6
GT
84/0
Lasith Croospulle
36
(18)
Shevon Daniel
45
(24)
Ramesh Mendis
2 - 0 - 28 - 0
6
6.6
Ramesh Mendis to Lasith Croospulle
SIX! It has gone all the way! Pitched up on the leg side. Lasith Croospulle comes down the pitch and sends the ball flying over the deep square leg fence. The fielder has has a chance as he was not on the edge, tries to catch it but could not reach.
1
6.5
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Pitched up on leg. Shevon Daniel flicks it off his back foot for a single towards mid-wicket.
6
6.4
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
SIX! A brilliant shot! A fuller delivery on leg. Shevon Daniel dances down the pitch and slogs this one high over long on for a maximum!
1
6.3
Ramesh Mendis to Lasith Croospulle
Pulled back his length a little on middle and leg. Lasith Croospulle flicks it away wide of deep square leg for a single.
2
6.2
Ramesh Mendis to Lasith Croospulle
A little flatter and on leg. Lasith Croospulle flicks it away through mid-wicket for a couple.
1
6.1
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
A lenth ball outside the off pole. Shevon Daniel drives it towards long off for a single.
Over
6
13 Runs
1
1
0
6
4
1
GT
67/0
Shevon Daniel
37
(21)
Lasith Croospulle
27
(15)
Chamika Karunaratne
1 - 0 - 13 - 0
1
5.6
Chamika Karunaratne to Shevon Daniel
A good length delivery on off. Shevon Daniel taps it towards covers for a single.
4
5.5
Chamika Karunaratne to Shevon Daniel
FOUR! Back-of-length delivery from Chamika Karunaratne. Shevon Daniel opens the face of his bat and uses the pace of the bowler to guide the ball through the gap to the third-man fence.
6
5.4
Chamika Karunaratne to Shevon Daniel
SIX! Oh what a shot! Again short of length delivery on off. Shevon Daniel was expecting it and he pulls it over mid-wicket for a maximum.
0
5.3
Chamika Karunaratne to Shevon Daniel
A slower delivery outside off. Shevon Daniel sends it straight to the fielder at mid on.
1
5.2
Chamika Karunaratne to Lasith Croospulle
Again short of length and on off. Lasith Croospulle tucks it away through square leg for a single.
1
5.1
Chamika Karunaratne to Shevon Daniel
A little short and pitched outside off. Shevon Daniel punches it off his back foot towards the covers for a single.
3.25pm
  Chamika Karunaratne comes into the attack now.
Over
5
11 Runs
4
Wd
0
1
Wd
1
0
3
GT
54/0
Shevon Daniel
25
(16)
Lasith Croospulle
26
(14)
Matheesha Pathirana
1 - 0 - 11 - 0
3
4.6
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
Bowls the good length just outside offstump. Shevon Daniel plays the cover drive towards covers where there is a misfield for 3 runs.
0
4.5
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
Sharp bouncer at the helmet of the batter. Shevon Daniel lets it go over his head to the wicket keeper.
1
4.4
Matheesha Pathirana to Lasith Croospulle
Bowls the good length ball on the stumps. Lasith Croospulle pushes it towards covers and runs a single.
Wd
4.4
Matheesha Pathirana to Lasith Croospulle
Wayward by the bowler. Wide down the leg side this time.
1
4.3
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
Another good length ball just outside off. Shevon Daniel plays it right of third man from the front foot for a single.
0
4.2
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
What a ball to come back with. Hits the good length just outside the off stump. Beats the batter completely.
Wd
4.2
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
Wide! Too wide for the batter to poke at it. Wide called.
4
4.1
Matheesha Pathirana to Shevon Daniel
FOUR! Over the top, what a shot that is. Boundaries are flowing. Pitched outside off stump on the length. Shevon Daniel plays it over covers for a boundary.
Over
4
11 Runs
1
6
0
4
0
0
GT
43/0
Lasith Croospulle
25
(13)
Shevon Daniel
17
(11)
Mohammad Nawaz
1 - 0 - 11 - 0
0
3.6
Mohammad Nawaz to Lasith Croospulle
Fuller length, around off, Croospulle defends it back to the bowler. Ends with a dot. Matheesha Pathirana comes into attack now...
0
3.5
Mohammad Nawaz to Lasith Croospulle
Bowles short and wide, anticipates well as the batter steps down. Lasith Croospulle plays it towards the point fielder.
4
3.4
Mohammad Nawaz to Lasith Croospulle
FOUR! Step down again, boundary again. This time a little quicker on the stumps. Lasith Croospulle steps down and plays it over mid on for a boundary.
0
3.3
Mohammad Nawaz to Lasith Croospulle
Flighted ball on the stumps. Blocked off by Lasith Croospulle back to the bowler.
6
3.2
Mohammad Nawaz to Lasith Croospulle
SIX! Inside out played to perfection. Tossed up ball on the off stump. Lasith Croospulle steps down and smashes one over covers for a six.
1
3.1
Mohammad Nawaz to Shevon Daniel
Quicker one, on middle, Shevon Daniel turns it to square leg for one.
Over
3
11 Runs
1
4
4
0
1
1Lb
GT
32/0
Shevon Daniel
16
(10)
Lasith Croospulle
15
(8)
Naseem Shah
2 - 0 - 20 - 0
1Lb
2.6
Naseem Shah to Shevon Daniel
On a length, on middle, it shapes away a shade, Shevon Daniel looks to work this one away but misses and the ball goes off the pads towards square leg for a leg bye. Mohammad Nawaz comes into the attack now...
1
2.5
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
Just short on the leg stump. Pushed away from the back foot towards deep mid micket for a single.
0
2.4
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
Hits the length hand on the stumps. Beats Lasith Croospulle completely and hits the thigh pads.
4
2.3
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
FOUR! What a shot. Short and wide by the bowler. Lasith Croospulle rocks back and cuts it to the sweeper cover as the ball finds the fence in a flash.
4
2.2
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
FOUR! Stand and deliver. Over pitched by Naseem Shah on the off stump. Lasith Croospulle plays the front foot straight drive, beats the mid off fielder for a boundary.
1
2.1
Naseem Shah to Shevon Daniel
Hits the good length on the stumps with a hint of in-swing. Shevon Daniel pushes it to mid off and runs a single.
Over
2
11 Runs
0
4
4
1
1
1
GT
21/0
Shevon Daniel
15
(8)
Lasith Croospulle
6
(4)
Ramesh Mendis
1 - 0 - 11 - 0
1
1.6
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Flighted delivery again just out side off stump. Shevon Daniel plays the front foot push towards long off and runs a single to end the over.
1
1.5
Ramesh Mendis to Lasith Croospulle
Looped up ball on the stumps. Lasith Croospulle plays it to long off and runs a single.
1
1.4
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Tosses this full and just outside the off pole. Shevon Daniel dabs this into the leg side and sets off for a quick single. Ramesh Mendis runs to his left to collect the ball and attempts a throw at thr non-striker's end.
4
1.3
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
FOUR! Second of the over. Shevon Daniel steps down and wacks one over mid on for a handsome boundary.
4
1.2
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
FOUR! What a shot off the back foot! Ramesh Mendis bowls one short and wide. Shevon Daniel cuts it in front of point for a boundary. A good start so far for Galle Titans!
0
1.1
Ramesh Mendis to Shevon Daniel
Loops it up on the off stump. Blocked on the front foot by the batter.
3.05pm
  Spin from the other end as Ramesh Mendis shares the attack.
Over
1
10 Runs
4
0
1
0
4
1
GT
10/0
Shevon Daniel
5
(3)
Lasith Croospulle
5
(3)
Naseem Shah
1 - 0 - 10 - 0
1
0.6
Naseem Shah to Shevon Daniel
Delivers this one back of a length and outside the off stump. Shevon Daniel goes on the back foot and punches this to deep backward point for a run to retain strike. 10 runs coming off the first over.
4
0.5
Naseem Shah to Shevon Daniel
FOUR! Shevon Daniel is also off the mark with a cracking boundary! Naseem Shah pitches it up outside off stump. Shevon Daniel plays the front foot push to perfection and finds the deep cover fence for four runs.
0
0.4
Naseem Shah to Shevon Daniel
Pitches one up to the left-hander just outside off stump. Shevon Daniel pushes it straight to covers.
1
0.3
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
Hits the back of length again and at the stumps. Lasith Croospulle flicks it from the crease through the gap at mid-wicket for a single.
0
0.2
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
Just short at the batter. Hits the thigh pads and rolls over to short fine leg.
4
0.1
Naseem Shah to Lasith Croospulle
FOUR! What a start to the game! Galle Titans are up and running right away. Naseem Shah bowls a pitched-up delivery, looking for some swing and in line with the stumps. Lasith Croospulle plays the on drive beating the fielder at mid-on for a welcome boundary to get off the mark.
2.59pm
  The umpires are making their way out to the middle. The Colombo Strikers players are in a huddle along the boundary line while the opening batters for Galle Titans, Lasith Croospulle and Shevon Daniel make their way to the crease. Naseem Shah takes the attack to the batters. Let's play...
2.46pm
  PITCH REPORT - Russel Arnold is pitch side. He says the pitch looks dry and there are some cracks in the middle. Says that there will be runs on this pitch but the batters will have a hard time facing the back-of-a-length delivery. Ends by saying that the score of around 165 will be a par score on this pitch.
2.45pm
  Dasun Shanaka, the captain of Galle Titans says that they are fine batting first. Adds that they are trying to forget their last defeat and ends by mentioning one change in their side.
2.44pm
  Niroshan Dickwella, the skipper of Colombo Strikers says that they will bowl first. Adds that the pitch is good for bowling and they want to make full use of it. He says that they will look to chase. Ends by mentioning the two changes on their side.
2.42pm
  Colombo Strikers (Playing XI) - Niroshan Dickwella (C/WK), Babar Azam, Nuwanidu Fernando, Mohammad Nawaz, Lahiru Udara (In for Dhananjaya Lakshan), Chamika Karunaratne, Ramesh Mendis, Naseem Shah, Lakshan Sandakan (In for Jeffrey Vandersay), Matheesha Pathirana, Pathum Nissanka.
2.42pm
  Galle Titans (Playing XI) - Shevon Daniel, Lasith Croospulle, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert (WK), Shakib Al Hasan, Dasun Shanaka (C), Akila Dananjaya, Kasun Rajitha, Richard Ngarava, Tabraiz Shamsi, Minod Bhanuka (In for Lahiru Samarakoon).
2.36pm
  TOSS - The captains are out in the middle. The coin is flipped into the air and lands in favor of Colombo Strikers. They have elected to BOWL first.
2.00pm
  On the other hand, the Galle Titans are at the top of the table after winning two matches including one thrilling super over. The Titans are led by the experienced Dasun Shanaka. They also will look to extend their lead at the top and come back strong after losing their most recent game against the Jaffna Kings. This will be a thrilling encounter to watch as both teams will compete strongly for those two points. Toss and team news to follow soon.
2.00pm
  Hello and a very warm welcome folks! The Lanka Premier League 2023 is in full swing as we prepare for today's clash between the Colombo Strikers and the Galle Titans. Match 10 of the season will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The Colombo Strikers are led by Niroshan Dickwella and have a mixed bag of new and experienced players. Currently, they are placed at the bottom of the points table winning only one out of their three matches. They will look to regain some form and move up the points table with a victory.
1.59pm
  ... MATCH DAY ...
06 Aug, 2.24pm
  It is time for Match 10 in the Lanka Premier League 2023, and we are already into the middle phase of the tournament where the table will shape up and we will get to see which teams are in for a shot at the playoffs. Galle Titans are sitting at the top with two wins, but they did lose their last game and will look to bounce back here. They will be up against the bottom side Colombo Strikers who have managed only one win in three matches and need to make some moves to close the gap on the other teams. However, they suffered a close defeat in their last game and gave a good fight. Nuwanidu Fernando and Babar Azam played decent knocks chasing a big target while Niroshan Dickwella and Chamika Karunaratne also contributed with quick cameos but they fell just short in the end. They can take confidence into this game while their bowling needs to improve a lot. Naseem Shah and Matheesha Pathirana were really good and make up an excellent pace duo, but their biggest worry is the spin department which has been expensive, and now Mohammad Nawaz and Jeffrey Vandersay need to step up to support the others if they want to get the win here. Galle Titans, on the other hand, were given a wake-up call in their last match where they were bundled out for a low score. In the first couple of matches, Shakib Al Hasan, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, and Tim Seifert scored the bulk of runs and will be important throughout the tournament while their skipper Dasun Shanaka got some runs under his belt in the last game where everyone else struggled which should give him more confidence now. Their pace attack consists of two internationals, Kasun Rajitha and Richard Ngarava while Shanaka can also bowl some good overs. Shakib leads their spin department along with two very experienced players, Akila Dananjaya and Tabraiz Shamsi which makes them a force to reckon with this season. Will they get back to their winning ways? Or will Colombo Strikers take the two points? We will find out soon.
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