The Galle Gallants defeated the Jaffna Kings to win their first-ever Lanka Premier League (LPL) title in the 2026 final held on August 8.
Key performances from Asalanka and Malinga were instrumental in the victory, effectively ending the Jaffna Kings' long-standing reign in the tournament.
The final match saw the Gallants successfully chase the target, denying stars like Shakib Al Hasan and Hridoy the championship trophy.