ILT20 2025 Match 15: DV vs DC head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

Desert Vipers (DV) is set to face Dubai Capitals (DC) in Match 15 of ILT20 2025-26 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, Dec 14. It is worth pointing out that both of these teams have already clashed with each other in the initial match of this season, with the Vipers emerging as winners by four wickets.

The Desert Vipers have had an impressive start to the tournament. Headlined by Lockie Ferguson, they are on a five-match winning streak and are currently leading the points table. Their balanced act with both bat and ball is what makes them one of the best sides of the tournament so far.

Dubai Capitals, meanwhile, have had a mixed campaign. They have managed to win only one out of their three matches so far. However, the Capitals would be looking to gain some confidence from their recent victory over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, which could help them go up against the table-toppers.

DV vs DC: Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches Played: 7
  
• Desert Vipers Won: 6
  
• Dubai Capitals Won: 1
  
• Tied / No Result: 0

DV vs DC: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium usually starts off a bit slow, making stroke play difficult early on. As the match progresses, batting becomes easier. Teams often prefer to bowl first here because dew can help the chasing side. The average score in recent matches has been around 155–160, which is considered competitive.

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DV vs DC: Predicted Playing XIs

Desert Vipers (DV):

Tom Bruce, Max Holden, Sam Curran, Dan Lawrence, Shimron Hetmyer, Hasan Nawaz, Vriitya Aravind (wk), Lockie Ferguson (c), Khuzaima Tanveer, Noor Ahmad, David Payne

Dubai Capitals (DC):

Shayan Jahangir (wk), Sediqullah Atal, David Willey, Jordan Cox, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka (c), Toby Albert, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil, Mustafizur Rahman, Muhammad Jawadullah