The 20th match of the Lanka Premier League 2026 between Jaffna Kings and Dambulla Sixers was abandoned due to persistent rain at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.
With the points shared, Dambulla Sixers were eliminated from the tournament, while Galle Gallants, Jaffna Kings, Colombo Kaps and Kandy Royals secured their places in the LPL 2026 playoffs.
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After being asked to bat first, Dambulla Sixers produced an impressive batting display to post a commanding total of 203 runs for 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Pavan Rathnayake top-scored with a brisk 47 off 28 deliveries, striking three fours and two sixes, while veteran Dinesh Chandimal provided the early momentum with a blistering 44 off just 24 balls, including two fours and four sixes.
For Jaffna Kings, left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 32 runs to keep the Sixers from posting an even bigger total.
However, Jaffna Kings never had the opportunity to begin their chase as persistent rain delayed proceedings before eventually forcing the match to be abandoned without a ball being bowled in the second innings.
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The result officially confirmed the four teams advancing to the playoffs, with Dambulla Sixers becoming the only side to miss out on a place in the knockout stage.
Brief Scores
Dambulla Sixers – 203/8 (20) Pavan Rathnayake 47, Dinesh Chandimal 44, Dilshan Madushanka 3/32, Dunith Wellalage 2/24, Lizaad Williams 2/39
Jaffna Kings –
Result – Match Abandoned due to rain
Points Table – LPL 2026
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | No Results | Points | Net Run Rate |
| Jaffna Kings (Q) | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 0.385 |
| Galle Gallants (Q) | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 10 | 0.604 |
| Colombo Kaps (Q) | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 0.108 |
| Kandy Royals (Q) | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 6 | -0.567 |
| Dambulla Sixers | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 5 | -0.565 |
