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CLAIM NOWAbu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants , ILT20, Today Match Prediction
ADKR vs GG Win Probability
Toss Winner - Gulf Giants won the toss and choose to bowl first
Gulf Giants beat Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by 8 wickets
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders beat Gulf Giants by 37 runs the last time these two teams clashed this season.
- James Vince is Gulf Giants’ man in form and will be relied upon to make another big contribution in this game.
- A score of around 180 will be challenging at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
- A defeat in this fixture will seriously hamper Abu Dhabi Knight Riders’ playoffs hopes.
Back Abu Dhabi Knight Riders as the winners of this contest.
| Tournament: | International League T20, 2025 |
| Format: | t20 |
| Venue: | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 23.1°C|Sunny |
ADKR vs GG Live Prediction
ADKR vs GG Match Prediction & Analysis
This Saturday's ILT20 fixture pits two teams fighting to escape the cellar, as Gulf Giants meet Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Eight games in, the Knight Riders hold fifth place with a meager 6 points. The Giants have also collected six points, but it took them nine matches to do so. Plus, their low run rate of -0.359 keeps them further anchored at the bottom of the table. Given that the Knight Riders have already topped the Giants once this season and seem to be finding better form lately, they might just have the upper hand in this contest. They need to win this handsomely to give themselves a solid chance of making the playoffs.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
ADKR
L L W L W
ADKR
163/6 in 19.0 8.58
161/8 in 20.0 8.05
203/4 in 20.0 10.15
207/2 in 19.5 10.44
158/9 in 20.0 7.9
186/6 in 20.0 9.3
139/8 in 20.0 6.95
176/9 in 20.0 8.8
GG
L L W W L
GG
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 3 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Preview
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have now lost two games in a row – their last win was against MI Emirates last week. With just two league games remaining, the Knight Riders need to win both their games by good margins to remain in the playoff race. They are coming off a 4-wicket loss to Sharjah Warriorz, where they posted 161-8 on the board but the Warriorz chased the target down with one over remaining.
Kyle Mayers and Alishan Sharafu have been steady contributors with the bat, each amassing over 180 runs this season at a healthy strike rate.
Joe Clarke and Roston Chase add stability to the lineup and will be crucial in the middle order. All-rounder Andre Russell is to be a key player, capable of turning games around with his explosive batting. He has already blasted 120 runs at a strike rate of almost 160 this season. Russell also adds depth to the bowling, delivering valuable overs during the middle stages.
In the bowling attack, Jason Holder has led the way with 15 wickets in eight matches, maintaining an economy rate of 7.32. David Willey has ed well, along with Kyle Mayers, each taking 6 wickets so far. Off-spinner Sunil Narine hasn’t taken too many wickets but his economical spells are like gold dust in the middle overs.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Predicted Playing XI:
Andries Gous, Kyle Mayers, Joe Clarke (wk), Alishan Sharafu, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Sunil Narine (c), David Willey, Terrance Hinds, Ibrar Ahmad
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Key Players From Previous Game Of International League T20, 2025
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Actual Playing XI:
Alishan Sharafu, Roston Chase, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, David Willey, Joe Clarke, Andries Gous, Terrance Hinds, Gudakesh Motie, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Ibrar Shah
Gulf Giants Preview
Gulf Giants have struggled for consistency this season, winning just three of their eight games while suffering five defeats. Their most recent setback came against MI Emirates, where they lost by five wickets. With a weak net run rate further complicating their playoff chances, they now require a near-perfect finish to keep their hopes alive.
At the very least, they will aim to end their campaign on a positive note, and James Vince will be key to that. The captain has been in fine form, leading from the front with 253 runs in nine innings, including a well-compiled 86 off 50 deliveries in the last match.
Jordan Cox has contributed 186 runs so far in nine games, providing some stability in the middle order. Shimron Hetmyer, with 161 runs in nine matches, remains a dangerous batter who can shift momentum with his power-hitting.
Another major boost for the team is the return of Tim David, who played a key role for the Hobart Hurricanes, finishing their season with an explosive strike rate of 177.62.
Blessing Muzarabani and Mark Adair have spearheaded the bowling attack, combining for 26 wickets. The inclusion of Tom Curran and Chris Jordan has strengthened the unit further, adding experience and variety to the pace department.
Gulf Giants Predicted Playing XI:
James Vince (c), Gerhard Erasmus, Jordan Cox (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Tim David, Tom Curran, Chris Jordan, Saghir Khan, Mark Adair, Aayan Afzal Khan, Blessing Muzarabani
Gulf Giants Key Players From Previous Game Of International League T20, 2025
Gulf Giants Actual Playing XI:
James Vince, Shimron Hetmyer, Gerhard Erasmus, Aayan Khan, Tom Curran, Jordan Cox, Mark Adair, Blessing Muzarabani, Chris Jordan, Daniel Worrall, Timothy David, Muhammad Saghir Khan
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
At the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, batters often call the shots in T20s, especially after sunset. The wicket's not the quickest, but with compact boundaries on certain sides, big scores are common. Spin bowlers find the pitch responsive as games progress, while pacers who bowl cleverly with different speeds can keep batters in check. The evening dew tends to make batting easier in the second innings.
Abu Dhabi's weather looks ideal for cricket - clear and comfortable with no rain in sight.
ADKR vs GG Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
Batting Conditions
Pace Bowling
Spin Bowling
The average first innings score at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium is 164. This season, the highest total posted at the venue is MI Emirates’ 228-2 versus Desert Vipers, a game they won by a whopping 154 runs.
Toss: To Bat
Batting first has worked better at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in this ILT20 season, with five of the eight games going In favor of the side batting first.
ADKR vs GG
Winning Prediction
Both Gulf Giants and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders desperately need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. While the Giants' chances look slim, the Knight Riders still have a realistic shot and should come out swinging. Though both teams pack serious talent and depth, they've struggled to string good performances together. The Knight Riders will feel good about having beaten the Giants earlier this season. But watch out for the Giants - they've just added some BBL stars who could turn games on their head. After weighing up both teams' current form and squad strength, we're leaning towards the Knight Riders in this one.
Back Abu Dhabi Knight Riders as the winners of this contest.
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