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Cricket fever grips Dambulla as the Lanka Premier League delivers another thrilling double-header! Match 8 brings an exciting rematch to the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, as the Dambulla Sixers seek revenge against the formidable Jaffna Kings. The tournament has delivered non-stop action, and this encounter promises to be another nail-biter. Fresh off their dominating win against the Galle Marvels by 5 wickets. The Jaffna Kings' batting lineup has found its rhythm, with Pathum Nissanka consistently delivering strong starts at the top of the order. However, the team is now looking to his opening partner, the explosive Kusal Mendis, to step up and provide a potent one-two punch. Meanwhile, Avishka Fernando and Charith Asalanka have been the backbone of the middle order, shouldering the bulk of the scoring and skillfully navigating any challenges. Also, with overseas reinforcements in the form of Rilee Rossouw and Alex Ross, their batting unit has only gotten stronger. Despite their batting prowess, the Jaffna Kings' bowling attack has struggled to contain runs effectively. Although Azmatullah Omarzai’s overpowering returns in the previous game in both departments has only bolstered their squad’s depth. Overall, the table toppers Jaffna Kings pack a serious punch in almost all the departments. On the flip side, Dambulla Sixers have shown flashes of goodies with the bat, but victory has remained elusive. Kusal Perera's dazzling century against the Kings and the explosive performances of Mark Chapman (91) and Chamindu Wickramasinghe (62) in the opener versus the Falcons were standout moments. However, these individual heroics weren't enough to secure wins, largely due to lackluster bowling performances. While these batters have shone brightly, the Sixers' success hinges on a more collective effort. The Dambulla Sixers, led by Mohammad Nabi, are at a crucial juncture where team cohesion is paramount. Their success depends on a unified effort across both batting and bowling departments. With the formidable pace partnership of Mustafizur Rahman and Nuwan Thushara spearheading the attack, the Sixers are poised for their first win of the tournament. Can Nabi and his squad exact revenge for their previous loss, or will the Jaffna Kings manage to complete a sweep against them? Which team are you supporting?