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GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - 3rd Match, Lanka Premier League 2026

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GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction

Galle Marvels will take on Colombo Strikers in the 3rd match of the Lanka Premier League 2026 (LPL) at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Both teams have assembled strong squads featuring several international stars and quality Sri Lankan players, making this one of the most anticipated matches of the opening week

Galle Marvels have a strong batting line-up and fast bowlers while Colombo Strikers have a good mix of all-rounders and spinners. This makes the Dream11 Prediction for this game highly exciting for the fantasy players.

Galle enter the tournament with a balanced squad packed with experienced all-rounders like Dasun Shanaka, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, and Charith Asalanka. Meanwhile, Colombo Strikers will rely on the batting strength of Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, and Sadeera Samarawickrama, all of whom are amongst the best batsmen in the world. They will be accompanied by a strong bowling attack led by Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Binura Fernando.

As per our GM vs CS Dream11 prediction today match, Galle Marvels hold a slight edge due to their stronger all-round department. However, Colombo Strikers possess enough firepower with experienced match-winners who can change the game at any stage, making this an exciting contest.

Galle Marvels vs Colombo Strikers Match Details

TournamentLanka Premier League 2026
MatchGalle Marvels vs Colombo Strikers, 3rd Match
TossTo Be Updated
VenueSinhalese Sports Club
CityColombo
Match Start Time7:30 PM IST, 18th July 2026
Live StreamingSony Liv
ScorecardGM vs CS Scorecard

GM vs CS Dream11 Team Today Stats

PlayerTeamPlayer's Recent Stats
Kamindu MendisColombo Strikers97 Runs in last 3 matches
Sadeera SamarawickramaColombo Strikers163 Runs in last 9 matches
Charith AsalankaGalle Marvels54 Runs in last 4 matches
Sahan ArachchigeGalle Marvels105 Runs & 4 Wickets

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GM vs CS Toss Prediction

The toss in the Galle Marvels vs Colombo Strikers match is likely to be won by Galle Marvels captain Dasun Shanaka and they are expected to bowl first. Chasing has generally been the preferred option at the Sinhalese Sports Club, and both teams have quality finishers capable of chasing competitive totals.

Record of Chasing Teams at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo

The Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, has generally produced balanced T20 wickets where chasing teams have enjoyed a slight advantage. Dew in the second innings often helps batters play their shots more freely.

Chasing RecordWinning %
Good50%

GM vs CS Playing 11 (Probable)

Galle Marvels Playing 11Colombo Strikers Playing 11
Rassie van der DussenKusal Mendis (C) (wk)
Lasith CroospulleMohammad Haris
Litton Das (wk)Sadeera Samarawickrama
Charith AsalankaKamindu Mendis
Mehidy Hasan MirazJames Neesham
Dasun Shanaka (C)Janith Liyanage
Mohammad NawazMujeeb Ur Rahman
Chamika KarunaratneBinura Fernando
Kasun RajithaHasan Mahmud
Eshan MalingaJeffrey Vandersay
Vijayakanth ViyaskanthShahnawaz Dahani

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GM vs CS Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers

Top Run ScorersKamindu Mendis and Rassie van der Dussen
Leading Wicket TakersBinura Fernando and Mehidy Hasan Miraz

GM vs CS Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

CaptainKamindu Mendis and Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Vice-CaptainDasun Shanaka and Kusal Mendis

Top Picks for GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction

PlayerTeamRole
Kamindu MendisColombo StrikersAll-rounder
Rassie van der DussenGalle MarvelsBatter

Budget Picks for GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction

PlayerTeamRole
Sahan ArachchigeGalle MarvelsAll-rounder
Binura FernandoColombo StrikersBowler

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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

  • Keeper: Kusal Mendis
  • Batters: Rassie van der Dussen, Charith Asalanka, Kushal Bhurtel, Ben McDermott
  • All-rounders: Kamindu Mendis (C), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Dasun Shanaka (VC), Sahan Arachchige
  • Bowlers: Eshan Malinga, Mujeeb Ur Rahman
GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction Team 1
GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction (Image Credits: Official Dream11 App)

Best Dream11 Team Today

  • Keeper: Kusal Mendis (VC)
  • Batters: Rassie van der Dussen, Charith Asalanka
  • All-rounders: Kamindu Mendis, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Dasun Shanaka, Chamika Karunaratne, Sahan Arachchige
  • Bowlers: Binura Fernando, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Kasun Rajitha
GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction Team 2
GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction (Image Credits: Official Dream11 App)

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the GM vs CS match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

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GM vs CS Dream11 Prediction Today (3rd Match) Players to Avoid

Players like Pramod Madushan and Jeffrey Vandersay can be avoided in your team as per our GM vs CS Dream11 team prediction. They may not provide as many fantasy points as the other available options in this match.

PlayerDream11 Credits*
Pramod Madushan8.5 Cr
Jeffrey Vandersay7.5 Cr

GM vs CS Weather & Pitch Report at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo

The weather in Colombo is expected to remain warm and humid, with only a slight chance of rain. A full 20-over contest is expected. The pitch at the Sinhalese Sports Club generally offers a good balance between bat and ball. Batters can score freely once settled, while spinners are expected to play a key role during the middle overs.

TemperatureAround 28°C-30°C
Weather ForecastWarm with slight cloud cover
Pitch BehaviourBalanced Pitch
Best Suited ToBatters and Spinners
Average 1st Innings ScoreAround 140 Runs

GM vs CS H2H Records

Colombo Strikers and Galle Marvels have produced some entertaining contests in recent editions of the Lanka Premier League. The last time these two teams met, Colombo registered a comfortable 7-wicket victory with 10 balls remaining.

TeamMatches Won* (Last 4 matches)
Colombo Strikers2
Galle Marvels2
No Result/Tied0

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win the 3rd Match of the Lanka Premier League 2026?

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Galle Marvels are expected to win the 3rd Match of Lanka Premier League 2026.

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