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Jaffna Kings hold off Kandy Royals in thrilling LPL finish

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 1:02 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Jaffna Kings hold off Kandy Royals in thrilling LPL finish

Summary

Jaffna Kings defeated Kandy Royals by 21 runs in the Lanka Premier League on July 31. Kandy needed 22 runs off the last over with only one recognized batter left but were bowled out for 200. Dilshan Madushanka bowled a wicket-maiden in the final over, dismissing Vijay Shankar to end Kandy's innings. Kandy struggled throughout their chase, with only brief partnerships threatening Jaffna's total. Jaffna's win lifts them to the top of the points table as they prepare to face Dambulla Sixers next.

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By the Numbers

•Jaffna posted 221/6 after batting first.
•Kandy Royals scored 200, falling short in their chase.
•Dilshan Madushanka took key wickets in the final over.
•Vijay Shankar scored 25 runs before his dismissal.
•Jaffna Kings move to the top of the LPL points table.

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1:02 PMYahoo Sports — 22 needed off 6: Ex-CSK star Vijay Shankar's batting ends in wicket-maiden as Dilshan Madushanka seals last-over win in LPL

What they're saying

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The Lanka Premier League continues to be one of the most thrilling T20 leagues as Vijay Shankar's shocking batting in the final over ends with a wicket-maiden and defeat.
— Yahoo Sports

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