ILT20 2025-26 Match 7: DCP vs ADKR head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

Dubai Capitals (DCP) will take on Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) in Match 7 of the International League T20 2025-26 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, December 7.

The Dubai Capitals began their season with a four-wicket loss to the Desert Vipers, just like last year’s final. The Capitals will first play against the Gulf Giants before facing ADKR, so they are going to want some momentum going into this match.

The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have an explosive batting line-up. They won their first match of the tournament by a 39-run margin against Sharjah Warriorz. However, they faced their first defeat of the season when they lost to the Desert Vipers by two wickets. Sunil Narine’s team will now aim to bounce back quickly.

DCP vs ADKR: Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played: 5
Dubai Capitals Won: 4
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Won: 1
Tie/No Result: 0

DCP vs ADKR: Pitch Report

The pitch in Dubai has seen scores of around 157 in the first innings in the opening matches of this season. Both games have been won by teams chasing, which shows that batting becomes easier later. Batters should make the most of the powerplay, as scoring in the middle overs is tougher with slower conditions.

DCP vs ADKR: Predicted Playing XIs

Dubai Capitals (DCP):

Sediqullah Atal, Shayan Jahangir (WK), Jordan Cox, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka (C), Mohammad Nabi, David Willey, Gulbadin Naib, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil, Muhammad Jawadullah.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR):

Phil Salt, Alex Hales, Alishan Sharafu, Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Unmukt Chand (WK), Sunil Narine (C), George Garton, Ajay Kumar, Olly Stone