ILT20 2024 Qualifier 1, MIE vs GG | Playing 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Preview & Live Streaming

MIE vs GG (X.com)

The ILT20 2024 season has reached its ultimate final destination. For the Qualifier 1 of the playoff stage, table toppers MI Emirates will lock horns with defending champions Gulf Giants at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on 14th February from 8.00 PM IST onwards.

The winner of the Qualifier will directly book a seat in the finals, whereas the losing side will be given a second chance at redemption in Qualifier 2. A cracking and entertaining contest is expected to be played between the two leading sides.

MIE vs GG: Team Previews

MI Emirates

After a successful season, MI Emirates finished the league stage campaign as table toppers. Despite losing the previous game to Delhi Capitals, the Emirates’ position was largely unthreatened. Having said that, competing with the Gulf Giants for the final berth will be an uphill task, especially with the revamped squad.

Nicholas Pooran left the squad last week to attend his national duties with West Indies. Besides, Fazal Farooqui also planned to feature in the ongoing Afghanistan-Sri Lanka series.

Thus, MI Emirates will be forced to field a half-strength squad for the high-pressure game. Regardless, the Emirates have momentum on their side, and the Gulf Giants are still struggling to keep their bowling unit in place. 

Therefore, MI Emirates would count themselves as favorites under the new leadership of Kieron Pollard.

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Gulf Giants

Gulf Giants produced a miraculous comeback after struggling at the bottom place mid-season. The defending champions have struggled to restrict the flow of runs for almost the entire tournament now. 

Batting order led by skipper James Vince also faced their fair share of troubles. Regardless, the unit is finally coming together, just on the brink of the ultimate playoff game.

That being said, MI Emirates cannot underestimate the Giants. Jamie Overton’s all-around prowess could be a difference-maker in this crucial game. 

Also, Chris Lynn and Shimron Hetmyer have rediscovered their old self with the bat. Thus, Gulf’s middle order is a force to be reckoned with.

Trent Boult’s spell will remain crucial for MI Emirates as they gear up to tackle Gulf Giants for the high-stake Qualifier 1.

MIE vs GG: Match Details & Live Streaming

MIE vs GG: Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch of Sheikh Zayed Stadium has repeatedly produced low-scoring games this ILT20 season. Spinners will dominate for the entire course of the game. Batting first is a good option for the toss-winning captain, as putting runs on board always puts pressure on the chasing game in a high-pressure matchup. The average first-inning score is 160, which should be a defendable target on this surface. 

MIE vs GG: Probable Playing XI

MI Emirates: Muhammad Waseem, Andre Fletcher, Dan Mousley, Dwayne Bravo, Kieron Pollard (c), Chris Benjamin (wk), Jordan Thompson, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Trent Boult, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Waqar Salamkheil, Kusal Perera

Gulf Giants: James Vince (c), Jordan Cox, Chris Lynn, Shimron Hetmyer, Gerhard Erasmus, Jamie Smith (wk), Jamie Overton, Dominic Drakes, Chris Jordan, Aayan Afzal Khan, Zuhaib Zubair

MIE vs GG: Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

MIE vs GG: Winner Prediction

MI Emirates are likely to win this contest against the Gulf Giants and qualify for the finals of the ILT20 2024 season. Of course, the Giants cannot be underestimated and would bank on the underdog factor. But overall, a close and thrilling contest is likely to play out at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Wednesday.

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