GM vs JK Dream11 Prediction LPL 2024 Qualifier 1: Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings Dream11 Team

Galle Marvels will take on Jaffna Kings in Qualifier 1 of the Lanka Premier League 2024 at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Galle Marvels vs Jaffna Kings, Qualifier 1 of Lanka Premier League 2024
18th July, 03:00 PM IST
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

GM vs JK Dream11 Prediction

Galle Marvels will be confident, having finished atop the standings with 5 wins in 8 matches. Their consistent performances throughout the tournament have been instrumental in securing the top spot, with both their batting and bowling units delivering when it mattered most. The Marvels will be eager to capitalize on their excellent form and secure a direct path to the final.

On the other hand, Jaffna Kings find themselves in an equally strong position, having also notched up 5 wins in their 8 matches. However, a slight deficit in net run rate has placed them second in the standings behind the Marvels. This minor difference sets the stage for an intensely competitive encounter, as both teams know that victory in this match guarantees a spot in the tournament final.

Form Guide

GM: L-W-W-L-W
JK: L-W-W-L-W

R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is usually more helpful to the batters than the bowlers. With the new ball coming onto the bat nicely, the openers will look to take as much advantage of the powerplay phase as possible.

GM Playing 11

1. Niroshan Dickwella (c & wk)
2. Alex Hales
3. Tim Seifert
4. Bhanuka Rajapaksa
5. Janith Liyanage
6. Sadisha Rajapaksa
7. Sahan Arachchige
8. Dwaine Pretorius
9. Isuru Udana
10. Maheesh Theekshana
11. Jeffrey Vandersay

Galle Marvels Team News

• No change is expected.

GM Key Players

Alex Hales Stats vs JK in LPL

Tim Seifert Stats vs JK in LPL

JK Playing 11

1. Pathum Nissanka
2. Kusal Mendis (wk)
3. Rilee Rossouw
4. Avishka Fernando
5. Charith Asalanka (c)
6. Dhananjaya de Silva
7. Fabian Allen
8. Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
9. Jason Behrendorff
10. Pramod Madushan
11. Eshan Malinga

Jaffna Kings Team News

• No change is expected.

JK Key Players

Kusal Mendis Stats vs GM in LPL

Pathum Nissanka Stats vs GM in LPL

Who will win today’s LPL match between Galle Marvels and Jaffna Kings?

• Galle Marvels and Jaffna Kings have met each other 10 times in the LPL, with both sides winning five games each.
• They also have 5 wins each in their 8 games this year.
• Galle Marvels are expected to win this outing.

GM vs JK Dream11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella, Bhanu Rajapaksa
Batsmen: Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Rille Rossouw, Alex Hales, Tim Seifert
All-rounder:  Dwaine Pretorius, Isuru Udana
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana

Who are Best Captain Options for GM vs JK Dream11 Team

For Small League, Head to Head contest: Isuru Udana, Pathum Nissanka
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Alex Hales, Tim Seifert

What are GM v JK Fantasy Tips?

• Pathum Nissanka is the joint-leading scorer this year with 311 runs in 8 matches so far, making him a top pick for this outing.
• Alex Hales is a destructive batter and is in fine form, scoring 284 runs in 8 matches, making him an excellent multiplier pick for this game.
• Tim Seifert and Rilee Rossouw are attacking-style batters, having scored 291 and 236 runs, respectively, so far in the tournament, making them must-haves for this outing.
• Isuru Udana is the fifth-highest wicket-taker of the tournament, having picked up 12 wickets and also being handy with the bat, making him a multiplier pick for this outing.

Where to watch GM vs JK Live?

Fancode app and website.