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Desert Vipers will face off against the Gulf Giants in an exciting encounter of the ILT20 2025 on January 29, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This match promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for crucial points in the league.
Currently sitting at the top of the points table, the Vipers boast an impressive record with 6 wins and just 1 loss in their campaign so far. They are coming off a solid victory against the Sharjah Warriorz, where they won by 8 wickets, showcasing their strong batting lineup and effective bowling attack.
In contrast, the Giants have had a mixed season with recent performances showing inconsistency. They have won 3 out of their last 5 matches but are looking to bounce back after suffering a narrow defeat to the Desert Vipers in their previous encounters.
Historically, the Desert Vipers have had the upper hand against the Gulf Giants. In their previous meetings, the Vipers have emerged victorious in both encounters, which could provide them with a psychological advantage heading into this match.
ILT20 2025, Match 24:
- Date and Time: January 29, 2:30 pm GMT/ 8:00 pm IST/ 6:30 pm local
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium is known to favour batters, especially under lights. The average first innings score is around 187, indicating that teams batting first will need to set a challenging target. Dew can play a significant role in the second innings, making it easier for chasing teams. Spinners may find some assistance as the game progresses, particularly in the latter stages.
DV vs GG Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Jordan Cox
- Batters: James Vince, Shimron Hetmyer, Fakhar Zaman
- All-rounders: Daniel Lawrence, Sam Curran, Mark Adair, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Chris Jordan, Lockie Ferguson, Blessing Muzarabani
DV vs GG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Jordan Cox (c), Sam Curran (vc)
- Choice 2: James Vince (c), Wanindu Hasaranga (vc)
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DV vs GG Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Mohammad Amir, Alex Hales, Gerhard Erasmus, Aayan Afzal Khan
DV vs GG Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 29, 2:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
Desert Vipers: Fakhar Zaman, Alex Hales, Daniel Lawrence, Sam Curran, Azam Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Wanindu Hasaranga, Tanish Suri (wk), Ali Naseer, Lockie Ferguson (c), Nathan Sowter, Mohammad Amir, Dhruv Parashar, Khuzaima Tanveer, Kushal Malla, Michael Jones, David Payne, Adam Hose, Luke Wood
Gulf Giants: Aayan Afzal Khan, Blessing Muzarabani, Chris Jordan, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gerhard Erasmus, James Vince, Jordan Cox, Mohammad Zuhaib Zubair, Rehan Ahmed, Shimron Hetmyer, Adam Lyth, Dominic Drakes, Daniel Worrall, Dushan Hemantha, Ibrahim Zadran, Mark Adair, Ollie Robinson, Tim David, Tom Curran, Tymal Mills, Muhammad Saghir Khan, Muhammad Uzair Khan, Wahidullah Zadran
