Galle Gallants (GG) will take on Kandy Royals (KR) in Match No. 11 of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on July 25. Having secured three victories from their opening four fixtures, the Gallants have emerged as one of the tournament’s leading sides and currently sit at the top of the points table.
The Gallants have delivered strong performances with contributions from both bat and ball. Sam Harper and Sahan Arachchige have anchored the batting, while Eshan Malinga and Akif Javed have led a potent bowling attack. Kandy Royals, by contrast, have struggled to find wins, managing just a single triumph from four outings. Nevertheless, the side boasts seasoned stalwarts such as Angelo Mathews, Moeen Ali, Kusal Perera and Shaheen Afridi, making them a formidable opponent capable of turning the match in their favour.
GG vs KR: Match Details
- Date and Time: July 25, 3:00 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT / 3:00 PM Local
- Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
GG vs KR Head‑to‑Head Record
Matches Played: 2 | Gallants Won: 2 | Kandy Royals Won: 0
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. As an afternoon encounter, the surface should initially provide good pace and carry, allowing batters to play aggressive shots during the powerplay.
With the heat of the day drying out the wicket, spinners and bowlers who rely on cutters are likely to become more influential as the game progresses. Batsmen who occupy the crease are expected to benefit, while stroke‑making may become slightly more challenging in the latter stages. A first‑innings total in the region of 170‑180 should be competitive, and the captain winning the toss may choose to bat first.
Squads
Galle Gallants: Dasun Shanaka (c), Sam Harper (wk), Lasith Croospulle, Charith Asalanka, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Nawaz, Dinura Kalupahana, Chamika Karunaratne, Sahan Arachchige, Akif Javed, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Rassie van der Dussen, Kasun Rajitha, Pramod Madushan, Sachindu Colombage, Tharindu Ratnayake, Eshan Malinga, Haider Ali, Yuri Koththigoda
Kandy Royals: Angelo Mathews (c), Kusal Perera, Lahiru Air (wk), Dale Phillips, Wanindu Hasaranga, Vijay Shankar, Dushan Hemantha, Muditha Lakshan, Asitha Fernando, Shaheen Afridi, Nuwan Thushara, Moeen Ali, Zahir Khan, Daniel Sams, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Brandon McMullen, Vishen Halambage, Isitha Wijesundera, Garuka Sanketh, Pawan Sandesh, Sahan Mihira
GG vs KR, LPL 2026, Today’s Match Prediction
Scenario One:
- GG wins the toss and elects to bat first
- GG’s powerplay score: 55‑60
- GG’s total score: 170‑180
Scenario Two:
- KR wins the toss and elects to bat first
- KR’s powerplay score: 50‑55
- KR’s total score: 160‑170
Projected Outcome: The team batting first is anticipated to emerge victorious.
