ILT20 2025 Match 4: DV vs ADKR head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

The International League T20 2025-26, Match No. 4, where the Desert Vipers (DV) will be squaring off against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) on this coming Friday, December 5, 2025, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Both sides started their season on a winning note and look forward to carrying on the momentum.

The Desert Vipers had a great last season, topping the points table. However, in the finals, they lost against the Dubai Capitals. Coming into a new season, the Vipers will be confident of going all the way this time around. They have already started the new season with a win and will look to gain another victory to build momentum.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders also started their tournament on a positive note as they defeated Sharjah Warriorz by 39 runs. ADKR looked ready to bounce back after a disappointing last season, with several powerful hitters and quality bowlers to challenge any opposition, under the leadership of Sunil Narine. They will definitely look forward to keeping their winning streak against the Vipers.

DV vs ADKR: Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played: 4
Desert Vipers Won: 2
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Won: 2
No Result/Tied: 0

DV vs ADKR: Pitch Report

The Sharjah Cricket Stadium pitch is famous for being a batting-friendly one. Runs come pretty easily at this ground, and it's a high-scoring venue very often. In the last game here, ADKR chalked up an imposing 233 runs, while the chasing team reached close to that figure. However, the second innings becomes a bit tougher to bat as the pitch gets slower. Another high-scoring thriller might be expected in this match by the fans.

DV vs ADKR: Predicted Playing XIs

Desert Vipers (DV):

Fakhar Zaman, Andries Gous, Sam Curran, Dan Lawrence, Shimron Hetmyer, Hasan Nawaz, Khuzaima Tanveer, Vriitya Arvind, David Payne, Noor Ahmad, Naseem Shah. Impact Player: Max Holden

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR):

Michael Pepper, Alex Hales, Alishan Sharafu, Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Brandon McMullen, Sunil Narine, George Garton, Ajay Kumar, Olly Stone.