In the International League T20 on Saturday, the Desert Vipers will take on the Gulf Giants with the intention of extending their lead at the top. With 14 points from nine matches so far, the Vipers are in first place in the table.
This season, they have only lost two games, but they have won their last two games in a row. Sherfane Rutherford scored a stunning 23-ball 50 in the Desert Vipers’ 22-run victory over the Dubai Capitals, which they bring into this match.
In their most recent matchup with MI Emirates, the Gulf Giants prevailed by an astonishing five wickets. Chris Jordan picked up three wickets for 12 runs, which was crucial for them. With 12 points from eight matches, the Giants currently hold a commanding position in second place.
Match Details
- International League T20, 2023
- Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants, 12th Match
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Time: 3:30 PM, 10:00 AM GMT / 02:00 PM LOCAL
Dream 11 and fantasy 11 PREDICTION
This season, both teams have done well and are among the top contenders to win the first ILT20 title. However, we believe that the Desert Vipers have a slight advantage over their opponents in this match because they have a stronger batting lineup. Sherfane Rutherford and Rohan Mustafa, two excellent all-rounders in the Vipers’ lineup, have the potential to significantly alter the game.
Therefore, we are backing the Vipers to win this game.
TOP PICKS
Hales, Alex: Hales has unquestionably been this tournament’s best batsman. He has an average of 62.71 and has scored four half-centuries and a century thus far.
Hassaranga Wanindu: On Dubai’s slow pitch, the leg-spinner for the Vipers can be quite effective. He has taken 11 wickets in seven matches thus far and is also very economical, allowing only 6.92 runs per over.
Jordan, Chris: Jordan has been one of the Gulf Giants’ most important bowlers. In the most recent match, he bowled a brilliant spell, taking three wickets for 12 runs, bringing his season total to 13.
Playing XIs
Desert Vipers:
- Rohan Mustafa
- Alex Hales
- Colin Munro (c)
- Sam Billings (wk)
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Tom Curran
- Gus Atkinson
- Luke Wood
- Sheldon Cottrell
- Shiraz Ahmed
Gulf Giants:
- James Vince (c)
- Chris Lynn
- Tom Banton (wk)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Aayan Afzal Khan
- David Wiese
- Gerhard Erasmus
- Rehan Ahmed
- Chris Jordan
- Dominic Drakes
- Sanchit Sharma
Pitch Report
Dubai’s Dubai International Cricket Stadium will host the match. The pitch has something for bowlers, but the batting lineups can expect scores of 170 or higher as well.
Weather Forecast
The temperature will remain in the 24-degree range. The playing conditions will be pleasant with humidity in the upper 40s.
Where to watch
In India, the competition will be broadcast live by Zee Network. On Zee’s digital application “Zee5,” the tournament will be streamed live across India.