CK vs GG Fantasy Prediction, Qualifier 2: Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, LPL 2026

CK vs GG Fantasy Prediction: One more chance for both sides. Colombo Kaps booked their spot here by beating Kandy Royals in the Eliminator, while Galle Gallants are here because they lost Qualifier 1 to Jaffna Kings, who are already through to the final. Whoever wins this one joins Jaffna Kings in the final. Whoever loses goes home. Kamindu Mendis leads Colombo Kaps, and Dasun Shanaka captains Galle Gallants.

CK vs GG Match Details

Match: Colombo Kaps vs Galle Gallants, Qualifier 2, Lanka Premier League 2026
Date: Friday, 7 August 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST / 7:30 PM Local Time (Sri Lanka)
Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Streaming in India: FanCode
TV in India: Star Sports Network

Recent Form

Colombo Kaps are coming off a strong Eliminator win, bowling out Kandy Royals for 135 after posting 203. Before that, they’d lost to Galle Gallants in their last league game but won two of their previous three. Galle Gallants had their unbeaten playoff run ended by Jaffna Kings in Qualifier 1, chasing 228 in 20 overs but falling short. They’d won their previous league meeting against Colombo Kaps, so both sides arrive with something to prove after mixed recent form.

What’s at Stake

This is another straight knockout match. The winner advances to the final to face Jaffna Kings, who already secured their spot by winning Qualifier 1. The loser is out of the tournament.

CK vs GG Head to Head Record

This rivalry is dead even, split 5-5 across the last 10 meetings. Galle Gallants won the most recent league meeting between these two, chasing down 188 comfortably. Before that, Galle also won the earlier meeting this season. So Galle Gallants have had the better of Colombo Kaps in both of this season’s league games, which adds an extra edge heading into this decider.

CK vs GG Squads

Colombo Kaps: Kamindu Mendis captains the side. He took over after regular captain Kusal Mendis was ruled out of the rest of the tournament with an injury, so Kusal remains unavailable despite still appearing on some squad listings. Ben McDermott and Sadeera Samarawickrama give the batting depth, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman leads a strong spin attack that should suit these conditions. Available squad: Kamindu Mendis (c), Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Ben McDermott, Kushal Bhurtel, Rubin Hermann, Sharujan Shanmuganathan, Thanuka Dabare, Ashen Bandara, Janith Liyanage, Jimmy Neesham, Wanuja Sahan, Malsha Tharupathi, Movin Subasingha, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Jeffrey Vandersay, Milan Rathnayake, Shahnawaz Dahani, Arul Pragasam, Binura Fernando, Hasan Mahmud, Ripon Mondol.

Galle Gallants: Dasun Shanaka captains the side and keeps wicket. There have been a couple of squad changes going into this one. Rassie van der Dussen was ruled out earlier in the tournament for personal reasons and replaced by Chris Lynn, and wicketkeeper Litton Das was later ruled out injured and replaced by Nurul Hasan. Available squad: Dasun Shanaka (c, wk), Lasith Croospulle, Sam Harper, Nurul Hasan, Chris Lynn, Virandeep Singh, Thomas Rogers, Charith Asalanka, Sahan Arachchige, Dinura Kalupahana, Chamika Karunaratne, Mohammad Nawaz, Tharindu Ratnayake, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Yuri Koththigoda, Akif Javed, Sachindu Colombage, Eshan Malinga, Pramod Madushan, Kasun Rajitha.

Pitch Report

The two playoff matches played at R Premadasa Stadium so far this tournament have both been huge scoring affairs, with an average first innings score of 222 and both games won by the team batting first. That’s a small sample, only two matches, so it may not hold up, especially if the forecast rain changes the surface. Across the tournament as a whole, spin has actually had a slight edge over pace at this ground, taking 57 percent of the wickets over the last 10 games, so both attacks should stay heavily involved regardless of conditions.

Weather Report

This is the big concern. Rain is already falling in Colombo, and the forecast for Friday shows a 59 to 65 percent chance continuing through the day, with warm, humid conditions around 85°F (29°C). Given this is a knockout match, a delay or a reduced overs decider is a real possibility, so check the toss closely before locking your fantasy team.

CK vs GG Fantasy Team Key Players Recent Form

Colombo Kaps (CK)

Sadeera Samarawickrama: (10 Runs, 37 Runs, 26 Runs, )
Ben McDermott: ( 71 Runs, 38 Runs, 33 Runs, )
Kamindu Mendis: ( 28 Runs, 1 Run, 39 Runs, )
James Neesham: ( 42 Runs, 20 Runs, 1 Runs, )
Mujeeb Ur Rahman: ( 2 Wickets, 1 Wicket, 1 Wicket, )
Wanuja Sahan: ( 2 Wickets, 2 Wickets, 0 Wicket, )

Galle Gallants (GG)

Sam Harper: ( 44 Runs, 28 Runs, 72 Runs, )
Charith Asalanka: ( 27 Runs, 58 Runs, 70 Runs, )
Chamika Karunaratne: ( 39 Runs, 2 Runs, 8 Runs, )
Dasun Shanaka: ( 34 Runs, 21 Runs, 16 Runs, )
Sahan Arachchige: ( 7 Runs, 43 Runs, )
Mohammad Nawaz: ( 10 Runs, 3 Wickets, )
Eshan Malinga: ( 2 Wickets, 1 Wicket, )

Note: Player recent form is based on their latest appearances before the CK vs GG match and may be updated after the toss if required.

Probable Playing XIs

Colombo Kaps (Probable): Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Kushal Bhurtel, Ben McDermott, Kamindu Mendis (c), Rubin Hermann, Janith Liyanage, Jimmy Neesham, Wanuja Sahan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Shahnawaz Dahani, Hasan Mahmud.

Galle Gallants (Probable): Lasith Croospulle, Sam Harper, Charith Asalanka, Dasun Shanaka (c, wk), Chris Lynn, Chamika Karunaratne, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mohammad Nawaz, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Akif Javed, Kasun Rajitha.

These are the likely lineups. Both are confirmed at the toss, and rain could force late changes.

Key Player Battles

Kamindu Mendis vs Mehidy Hasan Miraz: Two of the best all rounders on show, both capable of winning a knockout game with bat or ball. Whoever contributes more could be the difference between reaching the final and going home.

Ben McDermott vs Mohammad Nawaz: McDermott likes to attack early, and Nawaz’s left arm spin took 3 wickets to help send Galle Gallants through to the last round. A big early contest.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman vs Charith Asalanka: Mujeeb’s mystery spin against a batter fresh off a match winning 58 in the previous round. This could be the key battle of the middle overs.

CK vs GG Fantasy Team: Small League

Wicketkeepers: Ben McDermott, Sadeera Samarawickrama,

Batters: Charith Asalanka (VC), Chris Lynn

All-rounders: Kamindu Mendis (C), Dasun Shanaka, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Jimmy Neesham, Mohammad Nawaz,

Bowlers: Kasun Rajitha, Mujeeb Ur Rahman,

Kamindu Mendis is captain as Colombo’s most complete all rounder and their leader heading into a knockout game. Asalanka is vice captain after his match winning innings last round. The rest of the team leans on both top orders plus the spin options who should be busy given how much spin has done at this ground.

CK vs GG Fantasy Team: Grand League

Wicketkeeper: Ben McDermott

Batters: Charith Asalanka, Chris Lynn,

All-rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Jimmy Neesham (VC), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Sahan Arachchige, Mohammad Nawaz,

Bowlers: Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud,

For a grand league differential play, Mehidy gets the captaincy as an all rounder who contributes with bat and ball without the ownership Kamindu or Asalanka will draw. Neesham as vice captain gives you a proven finisher who can also chip in with the ball. Sahan Arachchige and Hasan Mahmud are the differential picks, both capable of a quick contribution that could swing a fantasy contest.

Also Read- CK vs KR Fantasy Prediction, Eliminator 1: Colombo Kaps vs Kandy Royals Fantasy Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, LPL 2026

Match Prediction

This is hard to split. Colombo Kaps come in with momentum from their Eliminator win, but Galle Gallants have won both meetings between these two this season and know how to get the better of this exact opponent. The rain adds another layer of uncertainty on top of an already tight contest. Galle Gallants get the slightest of edges given their record against Colombo Kaps this season, but this has all the makings of a coin flip.

CK vs GG Fantasy Prediction FAQs

Q. Who will win the CK vs GG Qualifier 2 today?
A. It’s extremely close. Galle Gallants have won both meetings against Colombo Kaps this season, while Colombo Kaps come in with momentum from their Eliminator win. Rain could also play a big part.

Q. What is the CK vs GG Fantasy prediction for Qualifier 2?
A. Kamindu Mendis and Charith Asalanka are the top captaincy picks. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Jimmy Neesham are strong differential options.

Q. What happens to the winner and loser of Qualifier 2?
A. The winner goes through to the final to face Jaffna Kings, who already secured their spot by winning Qualifier 1. The loser is eliminated from the tournament.

Q. Is Kusal Mendis playing for Colombo Kaps in this match?
A. No. Kusal Mendis was ruled out of the rest of LPL 2026 with an injury earlier in the tournament, even though some squad listings still show his name.

Q. What is the pitch report for R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo?
A. The two playoff matches here have both been high scoring and won by the team batting first, though that’s a small sample. Across the tournament, spin has had a slight edge over pace at this ground.

Q. What is the probable Playing XI for CK vs GG?
A. Colombo Kaps should be led by Kamindu Mendis with Sadeera Samarawickrama keeping wicket. Galle Gallants will build around captain Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka and Mohammad Nawaz. Final XIs are confirmed at the toss.

Q. Will rain affect the CK vs GG Qualifier 2 match?
A. Very possibly. Rain is already falling in Colombo, with the forecast showing around a 59 to 65 percent chance continuing through Friday. Given the stakes, check the toss closely before finalising your team.