Dambulla Sixers choose to field, leading to a dramatic super over tie at Colombo; Maheesh Theekshana clinches Man of the Match. © Twitter (@gallemarvels)
The 16th game of the Lanka Premier League 2024 saw an entertaining encounter between Galle Marvels and Dambulla Sixers in Colombo. This match was a roller-coaster ride of cricketing brilliance, culminating in an exhilarating super over that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the last ball.
Match Summary
Galle Marvels 148/9 (20) | |
Alex Hales 38 (26) | Nuwan Pradeep |
Tim Seifert 23 (29) | Dushan Hemantha |
Dwaine Pretorius 16 (12) | Mohammad Nabi |
Dambulla Sixers 148/7 (20) | |
Reeza Hendricks 72 (57) | Maheesh Theekshana |
Ibrahim Zadran 30 (18) | Kavindu Nadeeshan |
Mohammad Nabi (c) 25 (17) | Dwaine Pretorius |
Dambulla Sixers (Super Over) 6 | |
Mohammad Nabi (c) 2 (3) | Maheesh Theekshana |
Chamindu Wickramasinghe 1 (1) | |
Galle Marvels (Super Over) 12/0 | |
Alex Hales 11 (3) | Nuwan Thushara |
Sahan Arachchige 1 (1) |
Toss: Dambulla Sixers won the toss and elected to field first.
Stadium: R. Premadasa Stadium
Result: Match tied (Super Over) GM won the Super Over (2 Balls left)
Man of the Match: Mahesh Theekshana(GM) – 3/26 (4) & 8 (5) & 1/6 (0.5)
First Innings Galle Marvels
Galle Marvels posted a competitive total of 148/9 in their allotted 20 overs, with Alex Hales leading the charge with 38 runs off 26 balls. Tim Seifert contributed 23 runs off 29 balls. Mohammad Nabi shone with the ball, claiming two wickets in his four overs for a mere 14 runs, while Dushan Hemantha and other bowlers kept the pressure on with economical spells.
Second Innings Dambulla Sixers
In response, Dambulla Sixers matched Galle Marvels’ total, also scoring 148/7 in their 20 overs. Reeza Hendricks played a stellar innings, scoring 72 runs off 57 balls to anchor the chase. Ibrahim Zadran added quick runs with 30 off 18 balls. Mahesh Theekshana was the pick of the bowlers for Galle Marvels, taking three wickets for 26 runs in his four overs, supported by disciplined bowling from the team.
Super Over Drama
With the scores tied, the match proceeded to a thrilling super over. Dambulla Sixers batted first and managed to score 6 runs, with Mohammad Nabi contributing 2 runs off 3 balls against Maheesh Theekshana’s tight bowling. In response, Galle Marvels chased down the target of 7 runs in the super over, thanks to Alex Hales’ aggressive batting, who scored 11 runs off just 3 balls, ensuring victory for his team in a nail-biting finish.
Last Moments
The match between Galle Marvels and Dambulla Sixers was a showcase of cricketing excellence, with standout performances from Alex Hales, Reeza Hendricks, and Mohammad Nabi. Their contributions added to the match’s drama, culminating in a super-over that left spectators breathless. Ultimately, Galle Marvels emerged victorious, showcasing nerves of steel in a contest that exemplified the spirit of the Lanka Premier League 2024.