ILT20 2025 Qualifier 1: Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals – Match Preview & Fantasy Tips
Match Info:
- Tournament: ILT20 2025, Qualifier 1
- Match: Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals
- Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Time: 8:00 PM IST
- Live Streaming: zee5, Fancode , Zee entertainment Network
Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium
The Dubai pitch has been favoring pacers, as seen in the last 10 matches, where 65 wickets (59%) have been taken by pacers and 45 wickets (41%) by spinners. Early in the game, seamers will enjoy swing and bounce, while spinners will get some assistance in the middle overs. Dew could play a factor in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier.
Key Pitch Stats:
- Avg 1st innings score: 165-175
- Pace vs Spin Wickets (Last 10 matches): Pace – 65 Wkts (59%) | Spin – 45 Wkts (41%)
- Best strategy: Teams winning the toss might opt to bowl first to take advantage of early swing and chase under better conditions.
Team Previews & Key Players
Desert Vipers (DV)
Desert Vipers have been one of the best teams this season, led by power-hitters like Azam Khan and an experienced bowling attack featuring Lockie Ferguson and Wanindu Hasaranga. Their combination of aggressive batting and lethal pace bowling makes them formidable opponents.
Key Players & Recent Performance:
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 11 wickets in 8 innings – Star all-rounder, crucial for both batting and bowling
- Lockie Ferguson: 9 wickets in 7 innings – Express pacer, dangerous with the new ball
- Azam Khan: Power-hitter, key in the middle overs
- Mohammad Amir: Experienced left-arm pacer, effective in powerplay
Dubai Capitals (DC)
Dubai Capitals have been a consistent unit, with their top-order led by David Warner and Shai Hope. Their pace attack has been lethal, with Dushmantha Chameera and Obed McCoy leading the wicket charts.
Key Players & Recent Performance:
- Dushmantha Chameera: 12 wickets in 8 innings – Leading wicket-taker of the season
- Obed McCoy: 10 wickets in 9 innings – Effective in the middle and death overs
- Gulbadin Naib: 9 wickets in 9 innings – All-rounder providing crucial breakthroughs
- David Warner: Explosive opener, match-winner with the bat
Fantasy Cricket Tips (Dream11/My11Circle)
Fantasy Team 1 (Safe Team)
Wicketkeepers: Azam Khan, Shai Hope
Batters: David Warner, Shefane Rutherford, Max Holden
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga (C), Sikandar Raza, Gulbadin Naib
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson, Dushmantha Chameera (VC), Mohammad Amir
Fantasy Team 2 (Risky Team)
Wicketkeepers: Azam Khan, Sam Billings
Batters: Daniel Lawrence, David Warner, Adam Hose
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga (C)
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson (VC), Dushmantha Chameera, Obed McCoy
Betting Tips:
- Match Winner: Desert Vipers have a slight edge due to their balanced squad, but Dubai Capitals' bowling attack makes them dangerous.
- Top Batter: David Warner or Azam Khan could be the leading run-scorer.
- Top Bowler: Dushmantha Chameera or Wanindu Hasaranga to be the highest wicket-taker.
- Powerplay Performance: Dubai Capitals might dominate if Warner gets a flying start.
Who Will Win the Match?
With a strong pace attack and in-form batters, Desert Vipers hold the upper hand. However, Dubai Capitals have a deadly bowling lineup, making this an exciting battle.
Prediction: Desert Vipers to win in a close contest.
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