LPL 2023: Match 18, CS vs BLK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s LPL match between CS vs BLK?

Match 18 of the Lanka Premier League 2023  will see the clash between Colombo Strikers (CS)  and B-Love Kandy (BLK) on Sunday, August 13, at the R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, in Colombo. Colombo Strikers are coming off with two consecutive defeats and are standing at the bottom of the LPL 2023 points table with four points.

B-Love Kandy, on the other hand, have won their last four matches in the ongoing season. They outplayed Jaffna Kings by eight runs in their previous encounter. They are currently in second place in the standings with eight points. 

Match Details:

Tournament: Lanka Premier League 2023, Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy– 18th Match

Venue: R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

Date & Time: Sunday, August 13, 7:30 PM (IST)

Where to Watch Live: Star Sports and FanCode

R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium's pitch will challenge both batters and bowlers. The surface of the stadium also benefits spinners as the game progresses. Therefore, as per the trend in the ongoing LPL 2023, the teams have mostly bowled after winning the toss at this venue, with the aim of having a target in sight for a calculated risk while chasing the target.

Also Check: Live Cricket Score - Colombo Strikers vs B-Love Kandy, 18th Match

Probable Playing XIs

Colombo Strikers (CS)

Pathum Nissanka, Babar Azam, Niroshan Dickwella (c, wk), Nuwanidu Fernando, Angelo Perera, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Chamika Karunaratne, Naseem Shah, Matheesha Pathirana, Jeffrey Vandersay 

B-Love Kandy (BLK)

Mohammad Haris, Fakhar Zaman, Dinesh Chandimal, Sahan Arachchige, Angelo Mathews, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Asif Ali, Isuru Udana, Dushmantha Chameera, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

CS vs BLK Head-to-Head

Overall

Played – 8, Colombo Strikers – 6, B-Love Kandy – 2

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Babar Azam - Colombo Strikers

Babar Azam might be the one batter to watch out for in the upcoming match between Colombo Strikers and B-Love Kandy. The 28-year-old is the top-scorer of the ongoing season, having scored 246 runs from six matches at an average of 41.00 and a strike rate of 138.98. He is eager to score more runs and help his team win in the upcoming game.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Angelo Mathews - B-Love Kandy

Angelo Mathews might be the key bowler in the forthcoming LPL encounter. The 36-year-old was crucial for B-Love Kandy in their previous encounter against Jaffna Kings, as he finished with figures of 3/10, in his three-over spell. Mathews has picked up a total of five wickets from six matches at an average of 6.80.

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.