ADKR vs GG Match Preview

Gulf Giants come into this game with a higher points-table standing, an improved net run rate, and a better general balance across departments. The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders are showing fight but are inconsistent, especially with batting depth and fatal execution. With in-form players such as Pathum Nissanka and Azmatullah Omarzai, the Giants seem to have an advantage over the Knight Riders. 

ADKR vs GG Match Details

• Match: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants, 19th Match, International League T20 2025

• Date: 18th December 2025

• Time: 08:00 AM IST

• Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

• Live Streaming: FanCode, Zee5

ADKR vs GG Weather Report

ADKR vs GG Pitch Report

We anticipate a balanced surface for this game. Pacers can expect some initial movement off the seam with the new ball.

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Top Batters to Watch – ADKR vs GG

• Pathum Nissanka (GG): 226 runs in this Tournament 

• Liam Livingstone (ADKR): 187 runs in this Tournament 

• Alishan Sharafu (ADKR): 166 runs in this Tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – ADKR vs GG

• Azmatullah Omarzai (GG): 9 wickets in this Tournament 

• Ajay Kumar (ADKR): 9 wickets in this Tournament 

• Andre Russell (ADKR): 7 wickets in this Tournament 

ADKR vs GG Recent Form

ADKR vs GG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If ADKR Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 35–40

• Predicted Total: 165–175

• Match Result: ADKR to win

Scenario 2: If GG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 180–190

• Match Result: GG to win

Who will score the Most Runs?

Who will take the Most Wickets?

ADKR vs GG Predicted Playing XIs

Gulf Giants 

Pathum Nissanka, Rahmanullah Gurbaz(WK), James Vince(C), Moeen Ali, Kyle Mayers, Asif Khan, Liam Dawson, Aayan Afzal Khan, Chris Wood, Fred Klaassen, Matthew Forde

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders 

Philip Salt(WK), Alex Hales, Liam Livingstone, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Alishan Sharafu, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Jason Holder(C), Shadley van Schalkwyk, Sunil Narine, Ajay Kumar

ADKR vs GG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders are entering the final stages of the ILT20 2025 campaign under increasing pressure, with their performance so far falling short of goals. Gulf Giants have had a mixed but competitive campaign in the ILT20, sitting in second place on the points table after six matches. The prediction leans slightly in favor of the Gulf Giants, given their strengths and recent results, mainly because of their balanced roster and track record in close games. Considering the team combination, Gulf Giants is expected to win this match.

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ADKR vs GG Match Preview

ADKR vs GG Match Details

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants – 19th Match, International League T20 2025

Venue: Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Date & Time: 168th December 2025 at 08:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

ADKR vs GG Venue Stats 

ADKR vs GG Pitch Report

The Zayed Cricket Stadium is a high-scoring venue with an ideal pitch for batting and a quick outfield. Fast bowlers have always had trouble here because there isn't much room on the surface. Spinners have had a good record because their balls turn sharply and tend to stop on batsmen.

ADKR vs GG Weather Report

The climate is expected to remain clear during the match, with warm and pleasant conditions. 

ADKR vs GG Last Five Matches

ADKR vs GG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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ADKR vs GG Probable Playing XIs:

Gulf Giants Probable Playing XIs

James Vince, Pathum Nissanka, Gerhard Erasmus, Jordan Cox, Azmatullah Omarzai, Aayan Afzal Khan, Tom Curran, Chris Woakes, Mark Adair, Daniel Worrall, Saurabh Netravalkar  

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Alishan Sharafu, Alex Hales, Liam Livingstone, Unmukt Chand (wk), Brandon McMullen, Jason Holder (c), George Garton, Piyush Chawla, Ajay Kumar, Ibrar Ahmad, Sunil Narine 

Topmost Picks for ADKR vs GG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

• Liam Livingstone – Liam Livingstone is the team's leading run-scorer, with 187 runs in 6 matches at an average of 37.40 and a strike rate of 158.45.
• Ajay Kumar – Ajay Kumar is the team's leading wicket-taker, with 9 wickets in 6 matches and an economy of 7.65.

Top Picks – Gulf Giants

• Pathum Nissanka – Pathum Nissanka is the team's top run-scorer, with 226 runs in 5 matches at an average of 45.20 and a strike rate of 191.21.
• Azmatullah Omarzai – Azmatullah Omarzai is the team's leading wicket-taker, with 9 wickets in 6 matches and an economy rate of 9.43.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for ADKR vs GG Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt, James Vince, Pathum Nissanka(C), Alishan Sharafu, Alex Hales, Liam Livingstone, Andre Russell(VC), Jordan Cox, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ajay Kumar, Chris Woakes

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Pathum Nissanka, Azmatullah Omarzai

Vice-captain – Andre Russell, Ajay Kumar

Wicketkeeper – Philip Salt

ADKR vs GG Probable Winners:

Gulf Giants come into this game with a higher points-table standing, a healthier net run rate, and a better general balance across departments. The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders are showing fight but are inconsistent, especially with batting depth and death-over execution. With in-form players such as Pathum Nissanka and Azmatullah Omarzai, the Giants seem to have an advantage over the Knight Riders. Considering the team combination, Gulf Giants is expected to win this match.