Cricket Match Prediction | Lanka T10 Super League 2024 | Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers | Qualifier 1 | Dec 18 – Let’s see who will get the ticket to the finale.

JT vs HBT Match Analysis

Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers will play each other in the Lanka T10 Super League, 2024 Qualifier 1 Match on December 18, 2024, at 04:30 PM BST at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.

Later tonight, the victor of Qualifier 2 will face the loser of this match. Jaffna Titans finished at the top of the group stage, earning 12 points from 7 matches, while the Hambantota Bangla Tigers secured the spot just below them with 9 points from their 7 games. 

JT vs HBT Team Preview & Squads

Jaffna Titans

The Jaffna Titans have proven themselves to be the dominant side in the Lanka T10 Super League, finishing the group stage unbeaten with five victories, despite two matches being washed out.

Kusal Mendis has been the standout performer with the bat, amassing 156 runs in just 4 innings at a phenomenal strike rate of 244. Charith Asalanka has also been impressive, scoring 142 runs in 5 innings at a blistering strike rate of 209. Tom Abell and Tom Kohler-Cadmore have contributed significantly with the bat and are expected to play key roles in the upcoming game.

Treveen Mathew has led the way in the bowling department, claiming 8 wickets in 5 innings at an economy rate of 10. Dunith Wellalage and Dwaine Pretorius have supported well with 5 wickets each, while Pramod Madushan has added 4 wickets, showcasing the Titans’ depth and versatility in their bowling lineup.

Jaffna Titans Squads

Jaffna Titans

Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Charith Asalanka, Dwaine Pretorius, David Wiese, Kevin Wickham, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Johnson Charles, Kusal Mendis, Pramod Madushan, Nuwan Thushara, Mohammad Amir, George Garton, Treveen Mathew, Pavan Rathnayake.

Hambantota Bangla Tigers

The Hambantota Bangla Tigers have enjoyed a strong season, securing three wins in the group stage while suffering just one loss. Skipper Dasun Shanaka has been outstanding, leading by example with 129 runs in 4 innings at a remarkable strike rate of 248.

Opener Mohammad Shahzad has also been impressive, scoring 87 runs in 4 innings at a strike rate of 193, though contributions from others have been limited. On the bowling front, Tharindu Ratnayake has been the standout performer, claiming 8 wickets in 4 innings with an excellent economy rate of 7.50. Isuru Udana and Richard Gleeson have provided crucial breakthroughs to bolster the attack.

Hambantota Bangla Tigers Squads

Hambantota Bangla Tigers

Dhananjaya Lakshan, Isuru Udana, Mohammad Shahzad, Shevon Daniel, Dasun Shanaka, Brian Bennett, Chamath Gomez, Iftikhar Ahmed, Hazratullah Zazai, Richard Gleeson, Kusal Perera, Nishan Peiris, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Karim Janat, Soumya Sarkar, Tharindu Ratnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Mosaddek Hossain, and Dushmantha Chameera.

Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers outfield report 

Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

So far this season, the team chasing has won seven T10 Super League games, while the team batting first has won four. We anticipate that both captains will try to field first based on these patterns. The forecast indicates that the evening will be overcast. Rain is possible in the afternoon, which could affect the game. According to trends, the first-batting team should strive for a score of 130–140 runs to stay competitive.  

JT vs HBT Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

It will be their second match in this series. Jaffna Titans won the first one.

Jaffna Titans vs Hambantota Bangla Tigers Prediction

Cricket analysts predict the Jaffna Titans have a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.