Lanka Premier League 2026 | 29-Jul-2026 03:00 PM | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
GAG 208/3 (20)
KRL 214/4 (18.5)
Kandy Royals won by 6 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Udara* | 132 | 63 | 15 | 7 | 209.52 |
| Vijay Shankar | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 233.33 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akif Javed* | 3.5 | 0 | 66 | 0 | 17.22 |
| Eshan Malinga | 3 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 12.33 |
Last Wicket:Dale Phillips c and b Colombage 0(2) - 137/4 in 12.6 ov.
Galle Gallants vs Kandy Royals
Galle Gallants — Innings 1 (208/3 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Harper lbw b Zahir Khan | 72 | 38 | 7 | 3 | 189.47 | |
| Nurul Hasan (wk) c Wanindu Hasaranga b Zahir Khan | 33 | 32 | 3 | 1 | 103.12 | |
| Charith Asalanka not out | 70 | 32 | 7 | 4 | 218.75 | |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) c Asitha Fernando b Nuwan Thushara | 16 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 123.08 | |
| Chamika Karunaratne not out | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 160 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 4 | Wides: 5 | Total: 9 | |||||
| Total | 208 | 3 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Sahan Arachchige, Mohammad Nawaz, Tharindu Ratnayake, Dinura Kalupahana, Akif Javed, Sachindu Colombage | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 11.8 |
| Nuwan Thushara | 4 | 0 | 39 | 1 | 9.8 |
| Asitha Fernando | 4 | 0 | 46 | 0 | 11.5 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 11.8 |
| Zahir Khan | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.2 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Harper & Nurul Hasan | 81 | 58 |
| Sam Harper & Charith Asalanka | 43 | 21 |
| Dasun Shanaka & Charith Asalanka | 58 | 29 |
| Chamika Karunaratne & Charith Asalanka | 26 | 12 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nurul Hasan | 9.4 | 81 |
| 2 | Sam Harper | 13.1 | 124 |
| 3 | Dasun Shanaka | 17.6 | 182 |
Kandy Royals — Innings 2 (214/4 in 18.5 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Udara (wk) not out | 132 | 63 | 15 | 7 | 209.52 | |
| Pawan Sandesh c Tharindu Ratnayake b Colombage | 23 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 135.29 | |
| Wanindu Hasaranga c Chamika Karunaratne b Eshan Malinga | 16 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 160 | |
| Moeen Ali c Tharindu Ratnayake b Colombage | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Dale Phillips c and b Colombage | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Angelo Mathews (c) retd hurt | 14 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 116.67 | |
| Vijay Shankar not out | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 233.33 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 2 | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 12 | Total: 15 | |||||
| Total | 214 | 4 wkts, 18.5 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Dushan Hemantha, Shaheen Afridi, Nuwan Thushara, Asitha Fernando, Zahir Khan | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamika Karunaratne | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 9 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Eshan Malinga | 3 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 12.3 |
| Akif Javed | 3.5 | 0 | 66 | 0 | 17.2 |
| Tharindu Ratnayake | 4 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 11.2 |
| Sachindu Colombage | 4 | 0 | 18 | 3 | 4.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Udara & Pawan Sandesh | 103 | 47 |
| Lahiru Udara & Wanindu Hasaranga | 22 | 15 |
| Lahiru Udara & Moeen Ali | 10 | 12 |
| Lahiru Udara & Dale Phillips | 2 | 4 |
| Lahiru Udara & Mathews | 48 | 30 |
| Lahiru Udara & Shankar | 29 | 5 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pawan Sandesh | 7.5 | 103 |
| 2 | Wanindu Hasaranga | 10.2 | 125 |
| 3 | Moeen Ali | 12.2 | 135 |
| 4 | Dale Phillips | 12.6 | 137 |
Match Info
| Match | Galle Gallants vs Kandy Royals |
|---|---|
| Series | Lanka Premier League 2026 |
| Time | 29-Jul-2026 03:00 PM |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pallekele |
| Seating Capacity | 35000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Galle Gallants vs Kandy Royals (GG vs KAR)
Galle Gallants will face Kandy Royals in a thrilling match on 29-Jul-2026 in Lanka Premier League 2026. The match will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium at 03:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for GG vs KAR Match 16 Match
The Pallekele Stadium pitch is known for its batting-friendly nature, favouring the batters who often dominate the game. The surface doesn’t offer much assistance to pacers, making it easier for batsmen to find their rhythm and score big runs once they settle in. As the matches move forward, the pitch at Pallekele International Stadium gradually dries up and becomes more favourable for spinners. Considering the impressive spin options available to both teams, it wouldn’t be surprising to witness game-changing performances from the talented spin department.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Pallekele, LK will be rainy. The temperature is expected to around 22°C on the match day with 93% humidity and 7.7 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 100% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Galle Gallants is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Kandy Royals remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in Lanka Premier League 2026.
The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Galle Gallants will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Kandy Royals will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Galle Gallants batting and Kandy Royals bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Galle Gallants showcase its strengths, or will Kandy Royals pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 29-Jul-2026 to find out the answer!
