Reeza Hendricks's 64 Fires Dambulla Sixers to Victory
Dambulla Sixers have won by 6 wickets. Galle Gallants batted first and posted 178/8 in 20 overs. Dambulla Sixers chased down 179 in just 16.1 overs.
Chamika Karunaratne was the standout in the first innings, scoring 45 off 30 balls (SR 150). 2 sixes and 4 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 57 runs.
In the chase, Reeza Hendricks anchored the innings with 64 off 37 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Dambulla Sixers on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Fazalhaq Farooqi delivered figures of 3/39 in 4 overs (Econ 9.8). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
GG lead the series 8-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 4 of the first innings was the inflection point — 18 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
64* off 37 balls (SR 173), 9 fours, 1 sixes
3/39 in 4 overs (Econ: 9.75)
45 off 30 balls (SR 150), 4 fours, 2 sixes
Verdict
Dambulla Sixers showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Galle Gallants will rue missed opportunities — a 6 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. GG lead the series 8-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.