By Zainab Shafiq 
ILT20 2025 Match 12 Details
- Fixture: Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, 12th Match, ILT20 2025
- Date & Time: Sunday, January 19, 2025, 7:00 PM PST | 2:00 PM GMT | 6:00 PM Local
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Match Preview
The Gulf Giants will face the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in a crucial encounter at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams find themselves at the bottom half of the table, tied with just 2 points each, and are desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The Knight Riders will rely on the explosive duo of Andre Russell and Sunil Narine to anchor their performance, while the Gulf Giants will count on James Vince and Shimron Hetmyer to lead the charge.
Pitch Report
The Dubai surface is a balanced one, offering something for everyone. Pacers might get early movement under lights, while batters will enjoy playing their shots once settled. Spinners could also play a key role in the middle overs. A par score is expected to be around 165-175 runs.
Weather Report
The weather in Dubai is perfect for cricket, with clear skies and temperatures ranging between 24-26°C. There is no chance of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted match.
Squads & Probable Playing XI for ILT20 2025 Match 12
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Playing XI)
- Kyle Mayers
- Joe Clarke (wk)
- Alishan Sharafu
- Laurie Evans
- Charith Asalanka
- Andre Russell
- Sunil Narine (c)
- Jason Holder
- David Willey
- Shahid Iqbal Bhutta
- Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
Gulf Giants (Playing XI)
- James Vince (c)
- Jordan Cox (wk)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Gerhard Erasmus
- Aayan Afzal Khan
- Mark Adair
- Tymal Mills
- Wahidullah Zadran
- Blessing Muzarabani
- Muhammad Uzair Khan
Points Table (Before the Match)
| Teams | Mat | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Vipers | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +1.217 |
| Sharjah Warriorz | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.201 |
| MI Emirates | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.277 |
| Gulf Giants | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.069 |
| Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.602 |
| Dubai Capitals | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.776 |
Predicted XI (Dream11 Team)
- Wicketkeeper: Jordan Cox
- Batters: James Vince, Ibrahim Zadran, Laurie Evans, Kyle Mayers
- All-Rounders: Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder
- Bowlers: Tymal Mills, Blessing Muzarabani, David Willey
Prediction
The match is expected to be a tight contest, but the Gulf Giants may hold a slight edge due to their balanced bowling attack and strong middle order. However, if Andre Russell fires, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders could spring a surprise.