CK 197/5 beat DS 176/8 | LPL 2026 Scorecard
Dambulla Sixers take on Colombo Kaps in LPL 2026 at Dambulla on July 25, 2026, with play starting at 7:30 PM IST. DS arrive with 1 win from their last 5, CK with 2 from 5. CK hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 177 across 9 completed matches. James Neesham is the form pick of the two squads with 173 runs and 7 wickets in 9 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #12
- 📅 25 July 2026 · 7:30 PM IST
- 📍 Dambulla, Dambulla
- 🏆 LPL 2026
Dambulla Sixers have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
Colombo Kaps have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.
173 runs and 7 wickets in 9 matches for CK in LPL 2026 at 65.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
294 runs in 8 matches for DS in LPL 2026 at 61.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Reeza Hendricks(DS)
Reeza Hendricks brings 294 runs in 8 matches to this fixture for DS, averaging 61.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 141.
- Dushmantha Chameera(DS)
Dushmantha Chameera has 20 runs and 12 wickets in 8 matches for DS in LPL 2026, averaging 56.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 174.
- Gulbadin Naib(DS)
163 runs and 4 wickets in 8 matches in LPL 2026 makes Gulbadin Naib one of DS's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 51 fantasy points a game and with a best of 140.
- Sahibzada Farhan(DS)
Sahibzada Farhan brings 158 runs in 7 matches to this fixture for DS, averaging 39.1 fantasy points a game and with a best of 128.
- James Neesham(CK)
James Neesham has 173 runs and 7 wickets in 9 matches for CK in LPL 2026, averaging 65.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 125.
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman(CK)
4 runs and 13 wickets in 10 matches in LPL 2026 makes Mujeeb Ur Rahman one of CK's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 46.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Dambulla
Key players in the squads
- Dinesh Chandimal · Batter
- Sahibzada Farhan · Batter
- Fazalhaq Farooqi · Bowler
- Maheesh Theekshana · Bowler
- Niroshan Dickwella · Batter
- Reeza Hendricks · Batter
- Kusal Mendis · Wicketkeeper
- Janith Liyanage · Batter
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman · Bowler
- Mohammad Haris · Wicketkeeper
- Kamindu Mendis · Batter
- James Neesham · All-rounder
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won DS vs CK?
CK posted 197/5 (20 Ov) and then bowled out DS to win. CK won by 21 runs. Marques Ackerman was the standout batter, scoring 40 off 33 balls. Shahnawaz Dahani led the bowling attack with 2/20. Kamindu Mendis was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in DS vs CK?
Kamindu Mendis was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Marques Ackerman — 40(33). Top bowler: Shahnawaz Dahani — 2/20.
What is the pitch report for Dambulla?
Dambulla has averaged 177 runs an innings in LPL 2026, from 9 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 106 to 220, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. DS have played 4 matches here in LPL 2026, averaging 171 and winning 1 of 4 with a best of 180. CK have played 3 matches here in LPL 2026, averaging 188 and winning 2 of 3 with a best of 197.
Who should be captain for DS vs CK in fantasy cricket?
James Neesham is a strong captain pick, with Reeza Hendricks as vice-captain. 173 runs and 7 wickets in 9 matches for CK in LPL 2026 at 65.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the average first-innings score at Dambulla?
Across 9 completed matches at Dambulla in our records, teams batting first averaged 191. Sides batting first won 8 and chasing sides won 1.
Who will win DS vs CK?
Colombo Kaps have the better recent record in this fixture (2–0), but Dambulla Sixers will fancy their chances of turning it around.
How do I play fantasy cricket for DS vs CK on CricketDream?
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