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In a highly anticipated showdown, MI Emirates are gearing up to face Gulf Giants in Qualifier 1 of the International T20 League (ILT20) UAE 2024. The electrifying clash is scheduled to unfold at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on Wednesday (February 14).
Both Emirates and Giants concluded the group stage with an equal number of points, securing 12 each. However, Emirates claimed the top spot in the standings by virtue of a superior run rate. The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as these two powerhouses vie for supremacy and a coveted spot in the finals.
ILT20 2024, EMI VS GUL, Qualifier 1:
- Date and time: February 14; 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 Dubai International Cricket Stadium pitch offers an equilibrium for both batters and bowlers. Early on, fast bowlers stand a chance to exploit considerable swing with the new ball, while spinners may face challenges due to the track’s consistent nature, affecting their grip. However, as the game unfolds, batters are likely to assert control, influencing the majority of the match dynamics. Considering these factors, the team winning the coin toss might consider choosing to bowl first at this venue.
EMI vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Andre Fletcher, Kusal Perera, Jordan Cox
- Batters: Kieron Pollard, James Vince, Shimron Hetmyer
- All-rounders: Dwayne Bravo, Jamie Overton
- Bowler: Trent Boult, Chris Jordan, Dominic Drakes
EMI vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Jamie Overton (c), James Vince (vc)
- Choice 2: Trent Boult (c), Dwayne Bravo (vc)
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EMI vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Will Smeed, Corey Anderson, Chris Lynn, Carlos Brathwaite
EMI vs GUL Dream11 Team for today’s match (February 14, 02:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
MI Emirates: Kusal Perera (wk), Andre Fletcher, Nicholas Pooran (c), Will Smeed, Corey Anderson, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Odean Smith, Akeal Hosein, Trent Boult, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ambati Rayudu, Zahoor Khan, Jordan Thompson, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Waqar Salamkheil, Nosthush Kenjige, Dan Mousley, Asif Khan, Muhammad Waseem, McKenny Clarke, Muhammad Rohid Khan
Gulf Giants: James Vince (c), Usman Khan, Jordan Cox, Jamie Smith (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Karim Janat, Aayan Afzal Khan, Dominic Drakes, Chris Jordan, Jamie Overton, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Chris Lynn, Carlos Brathwaite, Richard Gleeson, Saurabh Netravalkar, Sanchit Sharma, Gerhard Erasmus, Rehan Ahmed, Zuhaib Zubair
