Jaffna Kings secured a five-wicket victory over Dambulla Sixers in the fourth match of the Lanka Premier League, successfully chasing down a modest target at the SSC Ground in Colombo.
The match also carried a meaningful message, with Dambulla Sixers taking the field in pink jerseys to support a breast cancer awareness campaign.
Batting first, Dambulla Sixers were bowled out for 130 in 19.3 overs.
Pawan Rathnayake top-scored with 27, while Niroshan Dickwella contributed 23.
Jaffna’s bowlers shared the spoils, with Trevin Mathew and Lizaad Williams claiming three wickets each to restrict Dambulla to a below-par total.
Chasing 131 for victory, Jaffna Kings reached 133/5 in 19 overs to seal a comfortable five-wicket win.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa anchored the chase with a match-winning 61, guiding the Kings across the finish line with an over to spare.
The victory gives Jaffna Kings valuable momentum as the Lanka Premier League continues to gather pace.
