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CK vs DS 17th T20 Fantasy Team is one of the most anticipated fantasy contests of Lanka Premier League 2026 as Colombo Kaps face Dambulla Sixers again in the 17th match at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. It will be a rematch of their earlier meeting this season, which Colombo won. In this preview, you will find the match details, recent form, pitch report and two CK vs DS fantasy team options, one for small leagues and one for grand leagues.
For Indian viewers, the match starts at 7.30 PM IST, a 2.00 PM start in Pallekele.
CK vs DS Match Details
Match: Colombo Kaps vs Dambulla Sixers, 17th Match, Lanka Premier League 2026
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 7.30 PM IST | 2.00 PM local, Sri Lanka
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
TV: Star Sports 3
Streaming: FanCode
Form Check: Colombo Ahead, Dambulla Struggling
Colombo Kaps beat Dambulla Sixers comfortably in their earlier meeting this season and have gone on to win 2 of their next 3, though they lost their most recent match to Jaffna Kings, chasing 203 and falling short at 183 for 9. Dambulla Sixers have had a much tougher run, losing 4 of their last 5, including defeats to Galle Gallants twice and to Colombo already this season.
CK vs DS Points Table
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo Kaps | 5 | 3 | 2 | +0.371 | 6 |
| Dambulla Sixers | 6 | 2 | 4 | -0.556 | 4 |
CK vs DS Head To Head Record
Dambulla Sixers lead the head to head 7 wins to 3 across the last ten meetings between the two sides, though Colombo won their most recent meeting this season.
CK vs DS Squads
Colombo Kaps: Kamindu Mendis (c), Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Ben McDermott, Rubin Hermann, Sharujan Shanmuganathan, Thanuka Dabare, James Neesham, Janith Liyanage, Wanuja Sahan, Malsha Tharupathi, Movin Subasingha, Ashen Bandara, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Jeffrey Vandersay, Milan Rathnayake, Shahnawaz Dahani, Binura Fernando, Hasan Mahmud, Arul Pragasam
Note: Kusal Mendis is not part of the playing squad, having been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a hamstring injury.
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
Pallekele Pitch Report
Pallekele has offered a slight edge to spin this season, with 52 percent of wickets going to spinners across the last 10 matches at the venue against 48 percent for pace.
Recent matches at Pallekele:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| 15th Match, LPL 2026: Colombo Kaps vs Jaffna Kings | Jaffna Kings won |
Pallekele Weather Report For CK vs DS
Cloudy with some sun is expected, with humidity around 65 percent and temperature close to 28.8°C. Rain chance is a notable 55 percent, so there is a real possibility of an interrupted match.
CK vs DS Probable Playing XIs
Colombo Kaps (probable): Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Ben McDermott, Kamindu Mendis (c), James Neesham, Janith Liyanage, Thanuka Dabare, Rubin Hermann, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Jeffrey Vandersay, Milan Rathnayake
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 troubled Colombo before, and how Samarawickrama and McDermott handle him early could shape the whole 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 handles him at the death will matter.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman vs Dambulla’s middle order: Mujeeb’s control has been a strength for Colombo all season, and containing Ackerman and Dickwella in the middle overs will be central to keeping Dambulla’s total in check.
CK vs DS 17th T20 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.
CK vs DS 17th T20 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: Ben McDermott — differential
Batters: Kamindu Mendis (C), Marques Ackerman (VC) — differential, Sharujan Shanmuganathan — differential
All Rounders: James Neesham, Ramesh Mendis, Gulbadin Naib
Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Vishwa Lahiru — differential, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Jeffrey Vandersay
Ackerman and Shanmuganathan both offer upside without the ownership Farhan or Samarawickrama are likely to draw. Vishwa Lahiru is the wildcard bowling pick, a domestic option capable of a breakout performance in helpful conditions.
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CK vs DS Match Prediction
Colombo Kaps go into this rematch with the better recent form and a win over this exact opponent already this season, though their loss to Jaffna Kings in their last match shows they are not unbeatable. Dambulla Sixers have struggled badly, losing 4 of their last 5, and will need a big turnaround to compete. Colombo are clear favourites here on current form, with Dambulla needing something close to their best performance of the season to cause an upset.
FAQs
Q. Who will win the CK vs DS match today?
A. Colombo Kaps go in as clear favourites given their stronger recent form and an existing win over Dambulla Sixers this season, who have lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
Q. What is the CK vs DS Dream11 prediction for today’s match?
A. Sadeera Samarawickrama and Dinesh Chandimal are strong captaincy picks given their form at the top of the order, with Kamindu Mendis and Maheesh Theekshana as reliable supporting options.
Q. Will the CK vs DS match be delayed or shortened due to rain?
A. Rain chance is forecast at 55 percent, so a delay or reduced-overs match is a real possibility. Check live toss updates before finalising your fantasy team.
Q. Who are the probable playing XI for CK vs DS today?
A. Colombo Kaps are likely to field Sadeera Samarawickrama, Ben McDermott, Kamindu Mendis, James Neesham, Janith Liyanage, Thanuka Dabare, Rubin Hermann, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Jeffrey Vandersay and Milan Rathnayake, while Dambulla Sixers are expected to go with Reeza Hendricks, Sahibzada Farhan, Dinesh Chandimal, Marques Ackerman, Niroshan Dickwella, Gulbadin Naib, Ramesh Mendis, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera and Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Q. Is Kusal Mendis playing for Colombo Kaps against Dambulla Sixers?
A. No. He has been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a hamstring injury, and Kamindu Mendis continues as captain in his place.