Lanka Premier League Semi-finals 1: Galle Gladiators stun Colombo Kings in a thrilling encounter
It was an amazing game of cricket as Galle Gladiators stunned Colombo Kings in the first semi-finals of the Lanka Premier League played at MRIECS Stadium, Hambantota on Sunday. Gladiators captain Bhanuka Rajapaksa won the toss and decided to field first. It was an ideal start for the Gladiators as Thusara got rid of Lahiru Udara cheaply for 1. Daniel Bell Drummond survived two chances once given not out on catch and once dropped. Dinesh Chandimal looked in decent touch before Lakshan got rid of Kings captain Chandimal. At the end of the first six overs, Colombo Kings made 32 for 2. Bell Drummond looked in decent touch and kept on putting pressure on Gladiators bowlers. On the other hand, Mathews struggled to time the ball. Sandakan got rid of Mathews to leave Kings in some trouble. Sandakan dismissed Andre Russell with a review for caught behind. The umpires gave it not out and the decision was overturned to out leaving Colombo Kings at 75 for 4. Bell Drummond remained calm...