The Dambulla Sixers began their campaign with a loss to the Kandy Falcons. Their top order struggled, but contributions from Mark Chapman and Chamidnu Wickramasinghe helped them reach a total of 179 runs in their 20 overs.

The Sixers started well with the ball, but Dinesh Chandimal’s steady performance shifted the momentum in the Falcons’ favor. After Chandimal’s dismissal, Angelo Mathews and Dasun Shanaka played crucial cameos, leading to a six-wicket victory over the Sixers.

Led by Mohammad Nabi, the Sixers will aim to quickly recover and improve their performance in the upcoming games. Addressing the issues in their top-order batting is essential, as players like Gunathilaka and Kusal Perera need to lay a solid foundation for the middle order.

On the other hand, the Jaffna Kings are focused on securing as many early wins as possible. Charith Asalanka’s leadership and all-around skills will be pivotal for the team. The batting lineup, featuring Rilee Rossouw, Pathum Nissanka, Alex Ross, and Kusal Mendis, must deliver strong starts.

In the bowling department, much will rely on Omarzai, Behrendorff, and Viyaskanth. Asalanka and the team management hope for cohesive performances across all departments to ensure a successful start to their campaign.