Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants Preview & Tips - Galle backed for fifth win of the LPL season

When chasing, Dambulla's top order looked good, with their top four each scoring 26 runs or more. While a cluster of wickets fell to see the Kaps go from 149/2 to 157/6, they dragged themselves over the line in a thrilling chase. 

While Colombo's win means they sit on eight points, they cannot rest on their laurels. Indeed, Galle are ahead of the Kaps on net run rate while Jaffna are level on points with the Kaps and Kandy sit two points below them. Winning matches as the tournament edges towards the post-season is crucial, but I do not see the Kaps getting their second win in five against the Kaps as they lose for the second time in their last three. 

Batting first, Galle put on 208/3 as Sam Harper (72 from 38) and Charith Asalanka (70 not out from 32) impressed with the bat. However, Galle struggled with the ball as they could only take four wickets on a batter-friendly surface. Failing to dismiss Lahiru Udara (132 not out) proved the difference as he powered his team to the win. 

While Galle looked good with the bat, their bowlers let them down as Kandy cruised to a six-wicket win with seven deliveries to spare. Five of the seven bowlers used went for 11.00 or above, with only Sachindu Colombage able to make a positive impact as he returned brilliant figures of 3/18 from four overs. 

If Galle can keep going in excess of 200 runs scored then they will be in most games. If the Gallants can match their batting power with genuine wicket-taking threat, then they should have no problem winning this one.