LPL 2023: Match 5, GG vs BLK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s LPL match between Galle Titans and B-Love Kandy?

Match 5 of the LPL 2023 will see the clash between Galle Titans (GG) and B-Love Kandy (KA) at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Tuesday, August 1. Going by their head-to-head records, Galle and Kandy have played six matches in the previous editions of the top-tier league and have won three matches each thus far.

Galle managed to get to the Eliminator in the 2022 season and will look to push through in the 2023 season for the coveted title. On the other hand, Kandy finished on top of the points table in the previous season and will be gunning to maintain a similar kind of form this time around to obtain a spot in the playoffs.

Match Details:

Tournament: Lanka Premier League 2023

Match: Galle Titans vs B-Love Kandy – 5th Match

Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Date & Time: Tuesday, August 1

Where to Watch Live: Star Sports and FanCode

R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report

The surface at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has something in it for the bowlers. Batting second could be the way forward, and either skipper winning the toss is likely to field first.

Probable Playing XIs:

Galle Titans (GG)

Chad Bowes, Minod Bhanuka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Ben Cutting, Akila Dananjaya, Tim Seifert (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Dasun Shanaka (c), Lahiru Kumara, Kasun Rajitha, Vishwa Fernando

B-Love Kandy (BLK)

Fakhar Zaman, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Angelo Mathews, Sahan Arachchige, Ashen Bandara, Asif Ali, Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Isuru Udana, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Dushmantha Chameera, Mohammad Hasnain

Head-to-Head

Overall

Played – 6 | Galle Titans – 03 | B-Love Kandy – 03 | NR- 0

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Dasun Shanaka– Galle Titans

The Galle skipper has the potential to come in the middle order and change the complexion of the game single-handedly. Shanaka will look to play a pivotal role in Galle’s campaign and get the big runs for his side.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Shakib Al Hasan – Galle Titans

The veteran all-rounder relished a decent campaign in the recently concluded Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023, as he did a fair job with the ball. With the potential to get the breakthroughs and maintain a solid economy, Shakib will look to keep his momentum intact.

Today's Match Prediction: Galle Titans to win the match

Match Scenario 1

Toss: Galle Titans win the toss and bowl

PP score – 35-45

KA- 140-150

Result - Galle Titans win the match

Match Scenario - 2

Toss: B-Love Kandy win the toss and bowl

PP score - 40-50

GG - 150-160

Result- B-Love Kandy 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.