ILT20 2025 DC vs GG: Probable XI Predictions, Live Streaming, Fantasy Tips, Preview, Pitch And Weather Report

Dubai Capitals will face Gulf Giants for the second time in ILT20 2025 [Source: @GulfGiants/X.com]

The ILT20 2025 is set to witness a thrilling clash between the Dubai Capitals and Gulf Giants. The two teams will face each other for the second time this season. The match scheduled for January 23 will see the two teams clash with each other at Dubai International Cricket Stadium who last faced each other in the 10th T20 of this season where the the Giants emerged as the winner.

DC vs GG Match 16: Match Details & Live Streaming

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DC vs GG: Match 16 Preview

Dubai Capitals

The Dubai Capitals will look to regain momentum as they prepare to face the Gulf Giants in a crucial ILT20 2025 encounter. Sitting fourth on the points table with two wins and three losses, the Capitals have struggled so far. Their recent 6-wicket victory over the Desert Vipers, achieved with 14 balls to spare, was a morale booster after three consecutive defeats against MI Emirates, Sharjah Warriors, and the Gulf Giants earlier in the tournament. 

With an experienced batting lineup featuring Shai Hope and Ben Dunk and a bowling attack spearheaded by Gulbadin Naib capable of delivering under pressure, the Capitals will aim to exploit every opportunity against the Giants’ formidable side. 

Gulf Giants

The Gulf Giants find themselves under pressure as they gear up to face the Dubai Capitals in their next ILT20 2025 fixture. Currently sixth on the points table with just one win from four matches, the Giants will be desperate to turn their campaign around. Despite their only victory coming against the same Capitals by 6 wickets, the team has struggled with consistency, suffering defeats against the Knight Riders, Vipers, and Warriors. 

The batting unit has shown promise but has faltered under pressure, while the bowlers have struggled to defend totals effectively. With their playoff hopes hanging by a thread, the Giants will need to deliver an all-round performance to keep their tournament aspirations alive.

DC vs GG: Weather And Pitch Report

Weather

According to Accuweather, The weather in Dubai promises ideal conditions for cricket as the Gulf Giants take on the Dubai Capitals. The evening will see clear skies with temperatures around 18°C. A light breeze from the east-northeast at 11 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 28 km/h, might provide some assistance to the bowlers. With a humidity level of 38% and a dew point of 5°C, the impact of dew is expected to be minimal. There is also no chance of precipitation, ensuring uninterrupted play under a cloudless sky.

Pitch Report 

The pitch at Dubai International Cricket Stadium has favoured batters in the ILT20 2025 season, leading to high scores. While pacers may find some early movement, the surface becomes increasingly batting-friendly. Dew could hinder spinners' grip, and chasing teams enjoy a slight advantage. Hence, the toss-winning team is likely to bowl first to exploit early conditions and limit the opposition's total.

DC vs GG: Probable XIs

Dubai Capitals: Shai Hope, Khalid Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Rovman Powell, Sikandar Raza (c), Dasun Shanaka, Gulbadin Naib, Haider Ali, Dushmantha Chameera, Obed McCoy, Zahir Khan

Gulf Giants: James Vince (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Jordan Cox, Shimron Hetmyer, Gerhard Erasmus, Mark Adair, Aayan Afzal Khan, Muhammad Uzair Khan, Blessing Muzarabani, Tymal Mills, Wahidullah Zadran

DC vs GG: Fantasy Cricket Tips

The Dubai pitch favours batters but fresh pitch will make Gulbadin Naib a formidable pick for fantasy team. Naib's performance on Dubai pitch has been impressive with his best figure of 3/13 and can explode with the bat as well. From Gulf Giant's unit, Tymal Mills can be a good option with the ball. 

From the all-rounder and batting mix, Mark Adair, James Vince, Shai Hope and Aayan Afzal Khan can emerge as great contenders for top picks in any fantasy team.

DC vs GG: Winner Prediction

Assessing previous encounters against each other, Gulf Giants have dominated Dubai Capitals by a dominant margin and given the recent form of both the teams, it is safe to say that the Gulf Giants will be favourites to win the match against Dubai Capitals.

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