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The stage is impeccably set for an exhilarating final of the ILT20 2024, where MI Emirates are poised to lock horns with Dubai Capitals in a quest for the coveted championship title. Both teams have earned their places in the final through a riveting campaign in the league stage, setting the scene for a fierce showdown in the ultimate battle.
Notably, MI Emirates secured their spot in the final by triumphing over the defending champions, Gulf Giants, in Qualifier 1. Conversely, Dubai Capitals advanced to the summit clash with victories against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the Eliminator and then overcoming Gulf Giants in Qualifier 2.
With star-studded squads boasting some of the most prominent talents in the cricketing world, the final of the highly-anticipated ILT20 2024 promises to deliver a thrilling spectacle like never before.
ILT20 2024, Final:
- Date and time: February 17; 02:30 pm GMT/ 08:00 pm IST/ 06:30 pm local
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium provides a fair playing field for both batsmen and bowlers. Fast bowlers can exploit substantial swing, particularly with the new ball in the early stages of the match. Conversely, spinners may encounter difficulties in obtaining a secure grip due to the consistently even surface. Nevertheless, as the game progresses, batters are likely to gain an advantage, especially beyond the initial overs. Given these conditions, teams winning the coin toss may find it strategic to opt for bowling first at this venue.
EMI vs DUB Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Sam Billings, Nicholas Pooran
- Batters: Kieron Pollard, Tim David, Leus du Plooy, Tom Abell
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Dwayne Bravo, Jason Holder
- Bowlers: Trent Boult, Scott Kuggeleijn
EMI vs DUB Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Nicholas Pooran (vc)
Choice 2: Sam Billings (c), Kieron Pollard (vc)
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EMI vs DUB Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Rovman Powell, Muhammad Waseem, Olly Stone, Waqar Salamkheil
EMI vs DUB Dream11 Team for today’s match (Feb 17, 02:30 pm GMT):
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Squads
MI Emirates: Muhammad Waseem, Andre Fletcher, Nicholas Pooran (wk/c), Dwayne Bravo, Tim David, Kieron Pollard, Akeal Hosein, Trent Boult, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Waqar Salamkheil, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, McKenny Clarke, Chris Benjamin, Will Smeed, Asif Khan, Dan Mousley, Monank Patel, Nosthush Kenjige, Jordan Thompson, Ambati Rayudu, Reece Topley, Odean Smith, Zahoor Khan
Dubai Capitals: Leus du Plooy, Tom Banton, Tom Abell, Sam Billings (wk/c), Rovman Powell, Sikandar Raza, Scott Kuggeleijn, Jason Holder, Rahul Chopra, Olly Stone, Haider Ali, Zahir Khan, Richard Ngarava, Vriitya Aravind, Akif Raja, Abdul Ghaffar, Max Holden, George Munsey, Paul van Meekeren, Roelof van der Merwe, Ben Dunk
