Gulf Giants (Source: Twitter)
Gulf Giants and MI Emirates are all set to square off against each other in Match no.24 of the ongoing inaugural edition of the International League (ILT20 2023) on Wednesday, February 01, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The match is scheduled at 7.30 PM (IST) and 6.00 PM (local time). Notably, Match no.18 on January 27 between the two sides in Dubai got abandoned without a toss due to rain.
Speaking about the form, the Giants are having a solid campaign so far, as they have played seven games with four wins, one loss, and 2 NR. They won four opening encounters against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai Capitals (twice), and Desert Vipers. Their only loss came against the Sharjah Warriors in Dubai. With 10 points and a net run rate of +1.451, they occupy the second position in the table. (All scenarios till match no.22)
On the other hand, the Emirates have also won four out of the Seven games played in the tournament so far. They have lost two matches, with one clash ending in no result. MI won their opening three games against the Warriors (twice) and the Knight Riders before losing against the Capitals and the Vipers. They returned to winning ways with a huge victory against the Vipers by a margin of 157 runs in their last outing. With 9 points and an NRR of +1.627, they are placed below Giants in the third spot. (All scenarios till match no.22)
Before the game kicks off, let us look at the important stats, the best player picks and the best-predicted teams for the fantasy contests of the match.
Ground Stats: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
A total of 7 matches have been played at the venue, with chasing sides winning four times and defending sides three. Thrice teams batting first have managed to go past the 200-run mark.
Numbers at the ground in ILT20 2023
Total Matches: 7
Matches won batting first: 3
Matches won batting second: 4
Average runs batting first: 178
Average runs batting second: 154
Average runs per over: 8.85
Average runs per wicket: 28.72
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Results in ILT20 2023
Gulf Giants in ILT20 2023
Total Matches: 7
Matches won: 4
Matches lost: 1
NR: 2
MI Emirates in ILT20 2023
Total Matches: 7
Matches won: 4
Matches lost: 2
NR: 1
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Probable Playing XIs
Gulf Giants Team News
No major updates
Gulf Giants Probable Playing XI
Rehan Ahmed, James Vince (c), Chris Lynn, Tom Banton (wk), Aayan Afzal Khan, Shimron Hetmyer, Liam Dawson, David Wiese, Chris Jordan, Sanchit Sharma, Richard Gleeson
MI Emirates Team News
No major updates
MI Emirates Probable Playing XI
Andre Fletcher, Muhammad Waseem, Kieron Pollard (c), Najibullah Zadran, Dan Mousley, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Dwayne Bravo, Trent Boult, Imran Tahir, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Zahoor Khan
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Top Five Picks
- James Vince (GUL): Skipper James Vince has scored the most runs for his team Gulf Giants with 3 fifties and at an average of 57.25. He is leading from the front and should be an ideal pick for this fixture.
- Chris Lynn (GUL): Hard-hitting Australian Chris Lynn is averaging 38.66 with one half-century in 3 games for the Giants. The explosive Aussie looks a good option for this contest.
- Chris Jordan (GUL): England fast bowler Chris Jordan is the leading wicket-taker for the Giants in this competition so far. He has picked up 10 wickets in 5 games as looks a good bet against the Emirates.
- Kieron Pollard (EMI): MI Emirates captain Kieron Pollard has suddenly picked up his form and has smashed three fifties in the last three matches. He is now the leading run-scorer for his side in this tournament.
- Imran Tahir (EMI): MI spinner Imran Tahir has picked up the second most wickets for his side in this campaign and he looks a worthy option for this game.
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Must picks for the match
Gulf Giants
- James Vince - 229 runs in 5 matches
- Chris Lynn - 116 runs in 3 matches
- Chris Jordan - 10 wickets in 5 matches
MI Emirates
- Kieron Pollard - 275 runs in 6 innings and 2 wickets in 2 innings
- Imran Tahir - 7 wickets in 5 innings
- Muhammad Waseem - 214 runs in 6 innings
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Risky Picks
Gulf Giants: Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton
MI Emirates: Andre Fletcher, Dan Mousley
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Best Captain and Vice-captain choices
- James Vince (GUL)
- Chris Lynn (GUL)
- Kieron Pollard (EMI)
EMI vs GUL, Match 24: Team for Head-to-Head Contests
Powered by Cricket Exchange
Wicketkeeper: Lorcan Tucker
Batters: James Vince, Chris Lynn, Shimron Hetmyer, Muhammad Waseem
All-rounders: David Wiese, Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo
Bowlers: Chris Jordan, Trent Boult, Imran Tahir
Captain: James Vince
Vice-catptain: Kieron Pollard
Export this team to Cricket Exchange Fantasy App
GUL: 5 Players, EMI: 6 Players
GUL vs MI, Match 24: Team for Winner takes all Contests
Powered by Cricket Exchange
Wicketkeepers: Lorcan Tucker, Tom Banton
Batters: Dan Mousley, Andre Fletcher, James Vince
All-rounders: Liam Dawson, Aayan Afzal Khan, Dwayne Bravo
Bowlers: Richard Gleeson, Rehan Ahmed, Sanchit Sharma
Captain: Dwayne Bravo
Vice-captain: Tom Banton
Export this team to the Cricket Exchange Fantasy App
GUL: 6 Players, EMI: 5 Players
Also Read: Knight Riders loses seventh in a row as Dubai Capitals wins in an easy chase
 "Pawan")
