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Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips — LPL 2026 Match 19

Colombo Kaps take on Galle Gallants in LPL 2026 at Pallekele on August 1, 2026, with play starting at 7:30 PM IST. CK arrive with 3 wins from their last 5, GG with 2 from 5. GG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 194 across 4 completed matches. Sam Harper is the form pick of the two squads with 275 runs in 7 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.

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CK
Colombo Kaps
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GG
Galle Gallants
📅 Date
August 1, 2026
🕖 Time
7:30 PM IST
📍 Venue
Pallekele
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Pitch Report

Pallekele has averaged 194 runs an innings in LPL 2026, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 174 to 221, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. CK have played 2 matches here in LPL 2026, averaging 180 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 183. GG have played 1 match here in LPL 2026, averaging 208.

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Team Assessment

🦁CK
WLWWL

Colombo Kaps are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.

🐘GG
LWLWL

Galle Gallants have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.

Key Players to Watch

James Neesham·CKAR

James Neesham brings 110 runs and 6 wickets in 6 matches to this fixture for CK, averaging 67.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 125.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman·CKBOWL

Mujeeb Ur Rahman has 1 run and 9 wickets in 7 matches for CK in LPL 2026, averaging 48.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.

Kamindu Mendis·CKBAT

175 runs in 7 matches in LPL 2026 makes Kamindu Mendis one of CK's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 44.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 101.

Wanuja Sahan·CKAR

Wanuja Sahan brings 41 runs and 5 wickets in 7 matches to this fixture for CK, averaging 42.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 104.

Sam Harper·GGWK

Sam Harper has 275 runs in 7 matches for GG in LPL 2026, averaging 68.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 128.

Charith Asalanka·GGBAT

239 runs and 1 wicket in 7 matches in LPL 2026 makes Charith Asalanka one of GG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 61.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 145.

Dasun Shanaka·GGAR

Dasun Shanaka brings 144 runs and 4 wickets in 7 matches to this fixture for GG, averaging 60.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 101.

Eshan Malinga·GGBOWL

Eshan Malinga has 11 wickets in 6 matches for GG in LPL 2026, averaging 69 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.

Fantasy Cricket Picks

C CAPTAINSam Harper

275 runs in 7 matches for GG in LPL 2026 at 68.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

VC VICE-CAPTAINJames Neesham

110 runs and 6 wickets in 6 matches for CK in LPL 2026 at 67.3 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

James Neesham
CK

110 runs and 6 wickets in 6 matches for CK in LPL 2026 at 67.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman
CK

1 run and 9 wickets in 7 matches for CK in LPL 2026 at 48.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Sam Harper
GG

275 runs in 7 matches for GG in LPL 2026 at 68.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Charith Asalanka
GG

239 runs and 1 wicket in 7 matches for GG in LPL 2026 at 61.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡Binura Fernando
CK

In LPL 2026, Binura Fernando has already posted a single-match best of 149 fantasy points against a 46.3-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

💡Eshan Malinga
GG

In LPL 2026, Eshan Malinga has already posted a single-match best of 159 fantasy points against a 69-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

1WK3BAT4AR3BOWL5CK6GG
1Sam HarperC
2Charith Asalanka
3Kamindu Mendis
4Janith Liyanage
5Dasun Shanaka
6James NeeshamVC
7Eshan Malinga
8Akif Javed
9Mujeeb Ur Rahman
10Chamika Karunaratne
11Wanuja Sahan

Match Prediction

Galle Gallants have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Colombo Kaps will fancy their chances of turning it around.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

With 4 all-rounders in this XI you are covered whichever discipline decides the match, and Sam Harper takes the armband. That balance is worth protecting — resist swapping an all-rounder out for a specialist batter just because the pitch looks flat at the toss.

Match Trivia

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In their only previous meeting in LPL 2026 (18 Jul), Galle Gallants came out on top.

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The highest individual score at Pallekele in LPL 2026 is Lahiru Udara's 132 off 63 balls.

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The best bowling figures at Pallekele in LPL 2026 are Dilshan Madushanka's 3/30.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants?

Galle Gallants have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Colombo Kaps will fancy their chances of turning it around.

Who should be captain for Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants in fantasy cricket?

Sam Harper is the top captain pick, with James Neesham as vice-captain. 275 runs in 7 matches for GG in LPL 2026 at 68.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

What is the pitch report for Pallekele?

Pallekele has averaged 194 runs an innings in LPL 2026, from 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 174 to 221, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. CK have played 2 matches here in LPL 2026, averaging 180 and winning 1 of 2 with a best of 183. GG have played 1 match here in LPL 2026, averaging 208.

When is Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants?

Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants is scheduled for August 1, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST, Pallekele.

What is the head-to-head record between Colombo Kaps and Galle Gallants?

GG lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.

How have Colombo Kaps and Galle Gallants been performing recently?

Colombo Kaps are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high. Galle Gallants have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.

Who is a good differential pick for Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants?

Binura Fernando (CK) — In LPL 2026, Binura Fernando has already posted a single-match best of 149 fantasy points against a 46.3-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Are there any notable stats for Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants?

In their only previous meeting in LPL 2026 (18 Jul), Galle Gallants came out on top. The highest individual score at Pallekele in LPL 2026 is Lahiru Udara's 132 off 63 balls. The best bowling figures at Pallekele in LPL 2026 are Dilshan Madushanka's 3/30.

What's a good fantasy XI for Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants?

A balanced XI built from both squads: Sam Harper, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, James Neesham, Eshan Malinga, Akif Javed, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Chamika Karunaratne, Wanuja Sahan. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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