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Colombo Kaps face Dambulla Sixers in the 12th match of Lanka Premier League 2026 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, with both sides tied on points and evenly matched heading into this game. In this preview you will find the match details, form, pitch report and two CK vs DS fantasy team options, one safe and one for grand leagues.
For Indian viewers, the match starts at 7.30 PM IST, a 2.00 PM start in Dambulla.
CK vs DS Match Details
Match: Colombo Kaps vs Dambulla Sixers, 12th Match, Lanka Premier League 2026
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 (day-night)
Time: 7.30 PM IST | 2.00 PM local, Sri Lanka
Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
TV: Star Sports 3
Streaming: FanCode
Form Check: Both Sides Level At 2-2
Colombo Kaps and Dambulla Sixers have identical records so far this season, both winning 2 and losing 2 of their first 4 matches. Colombo’s most recent result was a win over Kandy Royals, while Dambulla come into this match off the back of a win over Galle Gallants, chasing 179 in just 16.1 overs.
CK vs DS Points Table
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo Kaps | 4 | 2 | 2 | +0.201 | 4 |
| Dambulla Sixers | 4 | 2 | 2 | -0.016 | 4 |
CK vs DS Head To Head
Dambulla Sixers lead the head to head 7 wins to 3 across the last ten meetings between the two sides, playing under Colombo’s various past identities.
Squads
Colombo Kaps: Kamindu Mendis (c), Kushal Bhurtel, Thanuka Dabare, Ben McDermott, Mohammad Haris, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Sharujan Shanmuganathan, Janith Liyanage, James Neesham, Wanuja Sahan, Movin Subasingha, Malsha Tharupathi, Shahnawaz Dahanai, Binura Fernando, Hasan Mahmud, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Arul Pragasam, Milan Rathnayeke, Jeffrey Vandersay
Note: Kusal Mendis has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a right hamstring injury sustained on July 19. Kamindu Mendis has been appointed captain in his place.
Dambulla Sixers: Dinesh Chandimal (c), Reeza Hendricks, Sahibzada Farhan, Pavan Rathnayake, Marques Ackerman, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Ramesh Mendis, Vishwa Lahiru, Akila Dananjaya, Sachitha Jayathilake, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Gayana Weerasinghe, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mohammad Wasim Jnr
Dambulla Pitch Report: Bat First Heavily Favoured
Rangiri Dambulla has hosted 4 matches this season, with the team batting first winning 75 percent of them. The average first innings score of 185 continues the trend of this venue rewarding sides that win the toss and bat.
Venue stats:
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 4 |
| Won batting first | 75% |
| Won bowling first | 25% |
| Average 1st innings score | 185 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 168 |
| Highest total | 194/6 by Kandy Royals vs Dambulla Sixers |
| Lowest total | 151/8 by Dambulla Sixers vs Kandy Royals |
| Highest chased | 180/4 by Dambulla Sixers vs Galle Gallants |
Pace and spin have been closely matched at this ground, with 61 wickets to spin against 59 to pace across the last 10 matches.
Dambulla Weather Report For CK vs DS
Mostly sunny conditions are expected, with humidity around 56 percent and temperature close to 29°C. Rain chance is a notable 58 percent, so there is a real possibility of an interrupted match.
CK vs DS Probable Playing XIs
Colombo Kaps (probable): Kushal Bhurtel, Mohammad Haris, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis (c), James Neesham, Ben McDermott, Janith Liyanage, Thanuka Dabare, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Jeffrey Vandersay
Dambulla Sixers (probable): Reeza Hendricks, Sahibzada Farhan, Dinesh Chandimal (c), Marques Ackerman, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Ramesh Mendis, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Key Player Battles
Maheesh Theekshana vs Colombo’s top order: Theekshana’s variations have been a consistent threat this season, and how Kushal Bhurtel and Mohammad Haris handle him early could shape the innings.
Kamindu Mendis vs Dambulla’s death bowlers: Kamindu’s ability to finish an innings quickly makes him a key threat for Colombo, and how Fazalhaq Farooqi and Dushmantha Chameera handle him at the death will matter.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman vs Dambulla’s middle order: Mujeeb’s control has been a strength for Colombo through the tournament, and containing Ackerman and Dickwella in the middle overs will be central to keeping Dambulla’s total in check.
CK vs DS Fantasy Team (Small Leagues)
Wicketkeeper: Niroshan Dickwella
Batters: Sadeera Samarawickrama (C), Dinesh Chandimal (VC), Sahibzada Farhan
All Rounders: Kamindu Mendis, Gulbadin Naib
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Hasan Mahmud, Dushmantha Chameera
Samarawickrama is captain given his experience and consistency with the bat for Colombo, and Chandimal takes the vice-captaincy as Dambulla’s most reliable senior batter. Kamindu and Naib cover the all-round bases, and Theekshana and Mujeeb lead the bowling picks as two of the standout spin options in the tournament.
CK vs DS Fantasy Team (Grand Leagues)
For grand leagues, this second CK vs DS fantasy team brings in Marques Ackerman and Sharujan Shanmuganathan as lower-owned alternatives to the headline names.
Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Haris — differential
Batters: Kamindu Mendis (C), Marques Ackerman (VC) — differential, Sharujan Shanmuganathan — differential
All Rounders: James Neesham, Ramesh Mendis
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Vishwa Lahiru — differential, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Jeffrey Vandersay
Ackerman and Shanmuganathan both offer upside without the ownership Farhan or Bhurtel are likely to draw. Vishwa Lahiru is the wildcard bowling pick, a domestic option capable of a breakout performance in helpful conditions.
Also Read: GG vs JK Fantasy Team, 10th Match: Preview, Probable XIs, Pitch Report And Prediction
CK vs DS Match Prediction
This is a hard one to separate given both teams are level on points with identical 2-2 records. Dambulla’s historical dominance in this specific fixture gives them a slight psychological edge, and their spin options should suit a venue that has favoured turn as much as pace this season. Colombo counter with more depth in their overseas batting through McDermott, Neesham and Haris. With the venue heavily favouring the team batting first, winning the toss could matter as much as either side’s form.
FAQs
Q. When is the CK vs DS match?
A. Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, starting at 2.00 PM local time, which is 7.30 PM IST.
Q. Where can I watch CK vs DS live in India?
A. The match will be telecast on Star Sports 3 and streamed live on FanCode.
Q. Who is Colombo Kaps’ captain?
A. Kamindu Mendis captains Colombo Kaps. Regular captain Kusal Mendis has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a hamstring injury.
Q. Who is Dambulla Sixers’ captain?
A. Dinesh Chandimal captains Dambulla Sixers.