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The fourth match of the ILT20 2025 season features a rematch between MI Emirates and Dubai Capitals at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, scheduled for January 13. This encounter comes on the heels of a closely contested opening match where MI Emirates fell short by just one run against the same opponents.
MI Emirates began their title defence with a disappointing loss, struggling to chase down a modest target of 134 runs set by the Capitals. Despite a valiant effort from captain Nicholas Pooran, who scored 61 runs, the team lost their way early in the innings, losing four wickets for just 23 runs. The partnership between Pooran and Akeal Hosein, which added 79 runs for the fifth wicket, was not enough to secure victory as the lower order crumbled under pressure.
On the other hand, Dubai Capitals showcased resilience in their opening match. Led by a solid performance from Brandon McMullen, who scored 58 runs, they managed to post a defendable total. Their bowling unit, featuring standout performances, was crucial in clinching the win against MI Emirates
ILT20|2025, Match 04:
- Date and time: January 13, 02:30 pm GMT/ 08:00 pm IST/ 06:30 pm local
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is expected to be batting-friendly for today’s ILT20 2025 match between MI Emirates and Dubai Capitals. Historically, this surface offers good pace and bounce, allowing batters to play their strokes with confidence. The average first innings score is around 144 runs, and teams batting second have a strong record, winning approximately 39 out of 68 matches when chasing.
While the pitch favours batters, bowlers, particularly spinners, may find some assistance as the match progresses. The afternoon timing could lead to slightly slower conditions later in the game, which may benefit spinners who can exploit any turn available. Fast bowlers will need to vary their pace effectively to challenge the batting lineup. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first to take advantage of any early moisture and potential dew later on. Overall, fans can expect a high-scoring contest with plenty of runs on offer at this venue.
MIE vs DC Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicket-keepers: Nicholas Pooran, Tom Banton
- Batters: Kieron Pollard, Rovman Powell
- All-rounders: Dasun Shanaka, Sikandar Raza, Romario Shepherd, Jordan Thompson, Brandon McMullen
- Bowlers: Obed McCoy, Fazalhaq Farooqi
MIE vs DC Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Sikandar Raza (c), Nicholas Pooran (vc)
- Choice 2: Kieron Pollard (c), Romario Shepherd (vc)
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MIE vs DC Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Alzarri Joseph, Akif Raja, Waqar Salamkheil, Shai Hope
MIE vs DC Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 13, 02:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
MI Emirates: Tom Banton (wk), Nicholas Pooran (c), Muhammad Waseem, Aryan Lakra, Andre Fletcher, Kieron Pollard, Kusal Perera, Dwayne Bravo, Waqar Salamkheil, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Alzarri Joseph, Zahoor Khan, Jordan Thompson, Ben Charlesworth, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Nosthush Kenjige, Dan Mousley, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Thomas Draca
Dubai Capitals: Adam Rossington (wk), Sam Billings, Dasun Shanaka, Sikandar Raza (c), Shai Hope, Brandon McMullen, Jeffrey Vandersay, Joe Burns, Gulbadin Naib, Najibullah Zadran, Dushmantha Chameera, Scott Kuggeleijn, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Joe Weatherley, Zahir Khan, Obed McCoy, Rovman Powell, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Akif Raja, Haider Ali, Garuka Sanketh, Olly Stone
