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Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders – 30th Match, International League T20 2025

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 28th December 2025 at 08:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

GG vs ADKR Venue Stats 

GG vs ADKR Pitch Report

The Dubai International 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.

GG vs ADKR Weather Report

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

GG vs ADKR Last Five Matches

GG vs ADKR Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: ILT20 2025: SWR vs GG Dream11 Prediction 16th Match

GG vs ADKR Probable Playing XIs:

Gulf Giants Probable Playing XIs

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Pathum Nissanka, Gerhard Erasmus, Moeen Ali, Azmatullah Omarzai, Sean Dickson, Aayan Afzal Khan, Mark Adair, Tabraiz Shamsi, Matthew Forde, Fred Klaassen 

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Alex Hales, Phil Salt, Alishan Sharafu, Asif Khan, Moeen Ali, Jason Holder, Ajay Kumar, Piyush Chawla, Fred Klaassen, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kyle Mayers 

Topmost Picks for GG vs ADKR 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 GG vs ADKR Dream11 Team:

Phil Salt, Alex Hales, James Vince, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azmatullah Omarzai(C), Moeen Ali, Alishan Sharafu, Jason Holder, Andre Russell(VC), Ajay Kumar, Mark Adair

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Pathum Nissanka, Azmatullah Omarzai

Vice-captain – Andre Russell, Ajay Kumar

Wicketkeeper – Philip Salt

GG vs ADKR Probable Winners:

Both teams have 6 points from 9 games, but experience and confidence tip the scales slightly. The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders defeated the Gulf Giants last season and appear to be better equipped for pressure chases, with match-winners such as Alex Hales, Jason Holder, and Ajay Kumar. Gulf Giants, in the meantime, are struggling to gain momentum following a string of losses. Given the current form, the Knight Riders have a slight advantage over the Gulf Giants. Considering the team combination, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders is expected to win this match.

Gulf Giants (GG) will be competing against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) in Match No. 30 in the ILT20 2025-26 taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, 28th December. This is the final league match for both teams, and the stakes are very high.

Both teams have had a similar season so far. Gulf Giants and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have won three matches and lost six each. However, the Giants (-0.161) have a slightly better net run rate than the Knight Riders (-0.805). With only one playoff spot left, this match works like a virtual knockout, where the winner will move into the playoffs and the loser will be knocked out.

The Gulf Giants, led by James Vince, are likely to utilize their strength of batting and experience of playing under pressure situations, while the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, led by Jason Holder, will be banking upon the same all-rounders, who have the ability to perform under high-pressure situations.

GG vs ADKR Head-to-Head Record

• Total Matches Played: 5
  
• Gulf Giants Won: 3
  
• Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Won: 2
  
• Tied: 0
  

GG vs ADKR: Pitch Report

The pitch in Dubai has been slow and balanced this season. The average first-innings score in the tournament has been around 153. Fast bowlers can get some help early with the new ball, while spinners become effective as the match goes on. Because chasing has worked well here, the team winning the toss is likely to bowl first.

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GG vs ADKR: Predicted Playing XIs

Gulf Giants (GG):

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), James Vince (C), Asif Khan, Moeen Ali, Lorcan Tucker, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Mayers, Mark Adair, Haider Razzaq, Fred Klaassen, Tabraiz Shamsi

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR):

Phil Salt (WK), Alex Hales, Brandon McMullen, Liam Livingstone, Alishan Sharafu, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Jason Holder (C), Sunil Narine, Ajay Kumar, Olly Stone

GG vs ADKR Match Preview

Match 12 of the ILT20 tournament takes place this Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, pitting the Gulf Giants against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. The Giants are currently fourth in the league rankings, with two points after three games. The Knight Riders possess the same number of scores (2 from three games), but are ranked fifth due to a lower run rate. Based on their general strengths, the Knight Riders appear to have a slight advantage in this upcoming game.

GG vs ADKR Match Details 

Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders – 12th Match, ILT20

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 19th January 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

GG vs ADKR Venue Stats

GG vs ADKR Pitch Report

The flat pitch, combined with the smaller boundaries, will make Dubai a hitting paradise. Given the outcome of the previous game, we can expect the field to play out similarly in this match.

GG vs ADKR Weather Report

It is expected to be cloudy during the game time, but there is no chance of rain, and we may anticipate another high-scoring thriller between two teams desperate to win. 

GG vs ADKR Last Five Matches

GG vs ADKR Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah Named Vice-Captain for Champions Trophy: Shubman Gill as Standby

GG vs ADKR Probable Playing XIs:

Gulf Giants Probable Playing XIs

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Kyle Mayers, Joe Clarke (wk), Philip Salt, Laurie Evans, Charith Asalanka, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (c), Jason Holder, David Willey, Shahid Iqbal Bhutta, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

Topmost Picks for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Gulf Giants

• James Vince – Captain James Vince has been their leading performer with 89 runs in three innings, showcasing his knack for scoring under pressure.
• Mark Adair –  Mark Adair has been a dependable option with the ball, picking up six wickets in three outings at an economy of 6.16

Top Picks – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

• Philip Salt – Philip Salt has added stability to the lineup, accumulating 75 runs in three outings at a strike rate of 124.
• David Willey –  David Willey has supported well, taking four wickets at an economy of 6.36.

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

Philip Salt, Jordan Cox, James Vince, Joe Clarke, Andre Russell(VC), Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, David Willey, Mark Adair(C), Blessing Muzarabani, Wahidullah Zadran

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Team:

Philip Salt(C), Jordan Cox, James Vince, Joe Clarke, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder(VC), David Willey, Mark Adair, Blessing Muzarabani, Wahidullah Zadran

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Mark Adair, Philip Salt

Vice-captain – Andre Russell, Jason Holder

Wicketkeeper – Philip Salt

GG vs ADKR Probable Winners:

The Gulf Giants and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders are each under pressure to win and improve their standings; it's a must if they want to be considered legitimate contenders. Neither team has had a particularly impressive season thus far, and both will be hoping for a successful outcome. Given each squad's strengths and weaknesses, we believe the Knight Riders have an advantage in this matchup. Considering the team combination, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders is expected to win this match.

GG vs ADKR Match Preview

On Saturday afternoon at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the Gulf Giants will face the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in Match 28 of the 2024 International League T20. Both teams have already qualified for the playoffs, with the Giants in second place and the Knight Riders in third. Gulf Giants enter this match having defeated Sharjah Warriors, Dubai Capitals, and MI Emirates in their previous three games, so the pressure should be off with progression to the next stage already secured. Prior to their 7-wicket loss to Sharjah Warriors on Wednesday, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders had won three games in row. However, they will treat it as a blip.

GG vs ADKR Match Details

Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders – 28th Match

Venue: Dubai Cricket Stadium – Dubai

Date & Time: 10th February 2024 at 04:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioCinema

GG vs ADKR Venue Stats

GG vs ADKR Pitch Report

Spinners will be capable to cause problems on this pitch, but pace bowlers will do the same. Any score above 185 in the first innings will be difficult to chase down.

GG vs ADKR Weather Report

There is no chance of rain interrupting play, and the temperature will not drop below 27 degrees throughout the match.

GG vs ADKR Last Five Matches

GG vs ADKR Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: James Neesham sidelined for SA20 2024

GG vs ADKR Probable Playing XIs:

Gulf Giants Probable Playing XIs

James Vince, Jordan Cox, Shimron Hetmyer, Gerhard Erasmus, Jamie Smith (wk), Jamie Overton, Dominic Drakes, Chris Jordan, Aayan Afzal Khan, Zuhaib Zubair, Blessing Muzarabani

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Alishan Sharafu, Joe Clarke (WK), Sam Hain, Michael Pepper, Laurie Evans, Imad Wasim, Andre Russell, David Willey, Sunil Narine (c), Matiullah Khan Marchant de Lange/ Joshua Little, Ali Khan

Topmost Picks for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Gulf Giants

• James Vince – The 32 year old has represented England across all three formats but is now recognised as a specialist in short formats. He hit seven fours and one six in his last innings.
• Blessing Muzarabani – The tall Zimbabwean pace bowler is a regular wicket taker in white ball cricket and he got the big wicket of Kusal Perera against MI Emirates.

Top Picks – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

• Joe Clarke – The top order Englishman has scored over 4500 T20 runs and has hit four hundreds along with 27 half-centuries.
• Sunil Narine – Although the skipper went wicketless in the last match he bowled very well and returned figures of 0/14 from 4 overs.

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

Jordan Cox, James Vince, Chris Lynn, Sam Hain, Laurie Evans, Andre Russell, David Willey, Sunil Narine(VC), Carlos Brathwaite(C), Richard Gleeson, Chris Jordan

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Team:

Jordan Cox, James Vince(VC), Chris Lynn, Michael Pepper, Laurie Evans, Andre Russell(C), David Willey, Sunil Narine, Carlos Brathwaite, Richard Gleeson, Chris Jordan

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Andre Russell, Carlos Brathwaite

Vice-captain – Sunil Narine, James Vince

Wicketkeeper – Jordan Cox

GG vs ADKR Probable Winners:

This should be a fascinating match in Dubai on Saturday afternoon, with a pitch that will suit all types of bowlers. Although the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have some destructive T20 batters, the Gulf Giants have the players who have scored the most points in the last week. We expect the Gulf Giants to win. Considering the team combination, Gulf Giants is expected to win this match.

GG vs ADKR Match Preview

The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders will face the Gulf Giants in the 16th match of ILT20 season two. The match will take place at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium and will begin at 8:00 PM IST on January 31. So far, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have performed below par. They played five games, winning two and losing three. The team lost by eight wickets to MI Emirates. Meanwhile, the Gulf Giants have played four games, winning two and losing two. The Giants defeated the Delhi Capitals in their last game. They held Capitals to a subpar score of 132-7.

GG vs ADKR Match Details

Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders – 16th Match

Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium – Abu Dhabi

Date & Time: 31th January 2024 at 08:00 PM IST 

Live Streaming: JioCinema

GG vs ADKR Venue Stats

GG vs ADKR Pitch Report

Spinners will be capable to cause problems on this pitch, but pace bowlers will do the same. Any score above 185 in the first innings will be difficult to chase down.

GG vs ADKR Weather Report

There is no chance of rain interrupting play, and the temperature will not drop below 27 degrees throughout the match.

GG vs ADKR Last Five Matches

GG vs ADKR Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

Also Read: James Neesham sidelined for SA20 2024

GG vs ADKR Probable Playing XIs:

Gulf Giants Probable Playing XIs

Jamie Smith (wk), James Vince (c), Jordan Cox, Shimron Hetmyer, Usman Khan, Carlos Brathwaite, Dominic Drakes, Chris Jordan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Zuhaib Zubair, Richard Gleeson, Chris Lynn

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Alishan Sharafu, Joe Clarke (WK), Sam Hain, Michael Pepper, Laurie Evans, Imad Wasim, Andre Russell, David Willey, Sunil Narine (c), Matiullah Khan Marchant de Lange/ Joshua Little, Ali Khan

Topmost Picks for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Gulf Giants

• James Vince – James Vince played a 28 run innings vs Dubai Capitals. Vince started the ILT20 2024 with knocks of 45 and 52 in first two games. He has been consistent so a big innings should be loading for him.
• Mujeeb Ur Rahman – Mujeeb ur Rahman can he a trump card for Giants. Mujeeb has not got many wickets so far as dew has made life tough for spinners, however, given the quality of Mujeeb.

Top Picks – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

• Laurie Evans – Laurie Evans is a match winner with the bat. He scored 67 against Dubai Capitals, however, has not got enough balls to face in the following games.
• Sunil Narine – Sunil Narine has been brilliant in the tournament. He hasn’t taken many wickets but has been very economical. Narine has five wickets to his name so far but at an incredible economy of just around six.

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

Jordan Cox, James Vince, Chris Lynn, Sam Hain, Laurie Evans, Andre Russell, David Willey, Sunil Narine(VC), Carlos Brathwaite(C), Richard Gleeson, Chris Jordan

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for GG vs ADKR Dream11 Team:

Jordan Cox, James Vince(VC), Chris Lynn, Michael Pepper, Laurie Evans, Andre Russell(C), David Willey, Sunil Narine, Carlos Brathwaite, Richard Gleeson, Chris Jordan

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Andre Russell, Carlos Brathwaite

Vice-captain – Sunil Narine, James Vince

Wicketkeeper – Jordan Cox

GG vs ADKR Probable Winners:

Gulf Giants are the favourites to win. The team has played some good cricket. James Vince, Chris Lynn, and Jordan Cox have all been in good batting form, and the team has also done well with the ball. The Knight Riders have struggled to maintain consistency this season. Gulf Giants are our favourites. Considering the team combination, Gulf Giants is expected to win this match.