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The stage is set for an electrifying face-off as the Desert Vipers gear up to challenge the Gulf Giants in Match 19 of the International T20 League (ILT20) 2024 at the prestigious Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
In the wake of recent setbacks, both teams are hungry for redemption. The Desert Vipers faced a setback against the Dubai Capitals in their previous encounter, while the Gulf Giants succumbed to defeat against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in their last match. The upcoming showdown promises an exhilarating battle, with both sides determined to regain their winning form.
ILT20 2024, Match 19:
- Date and time: February 3; 10:30 am GMT | 04:00 pm IST | 02:30 pm local
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:
The cricket pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium ensures a balanced competition for both batters and bowlers. In the early stages of the game, fast bowlers can capitalize on significant swing, especially with the new ball. Conversely, spinners might face challenges in securing a firm grip due to the pitch’s consistent nature. As the match progresses, batters are expected to gain an advantage, asserting dominance for the majority of the game on this surface.
VIP vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Jordan Cox, Azam Khan
- Batters: Alex Hales, James Vince, Chris Lynn
- All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Carlos Brathwaite, Jamie Overton, Rohan Mustafa
- Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Amir
VIP vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Chris Lynn (vc)
Choice 2: Jamie Overton (c), Alex Hales (vc)
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VIP vs GUL Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Sherfane Rutherford, Luke Wood, Tymal Mills
VIP vs GUL Dream11 Team for today’s match (Feb 3, 10:30 am GMT):
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Squads
Gulf Giants: Jamie Smith (wk), James Vince (c), Jordan Cox, Usman Khan, Shimron Hetmyer, Jamie Overton, Karim Janat, Chris Jordan, Dominic Drakes, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Aayan Afzal Khan, Richard Gleeson, Carlos Brathwaite, Saurabh Netravalkar, Blessing Muzarabani, Sanchit Sharma, Gerhard Erasmus, Zuhaib Zubair
Desert Vipers: Colin Munro (c), Alex Hales, Daniel Lawrence, Adam Hose, Wanindu Hasaranga, Sherfane Rutherford, Bas de Leede, Rohan Mustafa, Mohammad Amir, Tanish Suri (wk), Sheldon Cottrell, Tymal Mills, Michael Jones, Gus Atkinson, Tom Curran, Karthik Meiyappan, Aryan Lakra, Luke Wood, Matheesha Pathirana, Ali Naseer
