MI Emirates (MIE) will take on Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) in Match 11 of the ILT20 2025-26 season at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, December 11. The two teams have had mixed starts and will look to get their campaigns back on track.

MIE had an inconsistent start. They lost their opening game to Gulf Giants but bounced back with a 4-run win over Sharjah Warriorz. Their third game was a narrow loss of 1 run against the Desert Vipers while chasing 160. They are placed fourth on the table with just one win from three games and two points.

ADKR began their season with a strong 39-run win over the Warriorz. However, they could not build on that momentum and went on to lose their next two games against Desert Vipers and Dubai Capitals. In the last game, ADKR, chasing 184, were bowled out for just 103 runs. With one win in three games, they remain fifth and will look to bounce back.

MIE vs ADKR: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 4
  
• MI Emirates Won: 3
  
• Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Won: 1
• Tie/No Result: 0

MIE vs ADKR: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium often favours the bowlers, especially pace bowlers who can find movement early on. This means batting can be tricky at the start of the innings. Batters need to play carefully and avoid risky shots. Once settled, run-scoring becomes a bit easier, but bowlers usually enjoy the conditions more.

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MIE vs ADKR: Predicted Playing XIs

MI Emirates (MIE):

Muhammad Waseem, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Tom Banton, Kieron Pollard (c), Tajinder Dhillon, Romario Shepherd, Chris Woakes, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Zahoor Khan

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR):

Alex Hales, Alishan Sharafu, Unmukt Chand (wk), Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder (c), Ajay Kumar, Olly Stone, Piyush Chawla

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who are the teams playing in Match 11 of ILT20 2025–26, and when is the match scheduled?

Match 11 will see MI Emirates (MIE) face Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on December 11, 2025.

2. What is the head-to-head record between MIE and ADKR ahead of this match?

MIE have won three of their four meetings against ADKR, who have managed just one victory so far.

3. What are the key characteristics of the pitch at Zayed Cricket Stadium for this game?

The pitch offers help to pacers early on but becomes easier for batting as the match progresses.

4. What are the likely playing XIs for both teams in Match 11?

MIE may field Waseem, Pooran, Pollard, Woakes, and Rashid Khan, while ADKR could include Hales, Livingstone, Russell, Narine, and Holder.

5. What is at stake for both teams in this match, and how could the result affect their campaign?

Both teams have one win from three games. A win here will be crucial to build momentum and move up the ILT20 2025–26 standings.

Gulf Giants (GG) will face Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) in Match 10 of the ILT20 2025-26 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, December 10. This will be the sixth match of the season on this venue.

The Gulf Giants began the tournament strongly with two wins in a row. However, they lost their third match in a very close contest that went to a Super Over against Desert Vipers. They will now be eager to get back to winning ways by performing well in this upcoming match.

Sharjah Warriorz have played only two matches so far but have not earned a win yet. They lost their first game by 39 runs, and in their second match, they came very close but lost to MI Emirates by just four runs in the final over. The Warriorz will be determined to turn things around and finally open their account on the points table.

GG vs SWR: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 6
  
• Gulf Giants Won: 4
  
• Sharjah Warriorz Won: 2
  
• Tied: 0
  
• No Result: 0

GG vs SWR: Pitch Report

Out of the five ILT20 2025 matches played here so far, only one has been won by the team batting first. The large boundaries make scoring difficult, especially during the middle overs. Teams must make the most of the powerplay overs. A total of 180 or more could be defendable if the bowling side performs well during the chase.

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GG vs SWR: Predicted Playing XIs

Gulf Giants (GG):

Pathum Nissanka, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), James Vince, Moeen Ali (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Gerhard Erasmus, Mark Adair, Liam Dawson, Haider Razzaq, Nuwan Thushara, Muhammad Zuhaib

Sharjah Warriorz (SWR):

Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tim David, Sikandar Raza, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Dwaine Pretorius, Shubham Ranjane, Tim Southee (c), Junaid Siddique, Adil Rashid, Wasim Akram, Maheesh Theekshana

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.

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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

The International League T20 2025-26 continues with an exciting clash between Dubai Capitals (DCP) and Gulf Giants (GG) in Match No. 5 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday, December 6.

Dubai Capitals did not have the best start to their season. They lost their opening match to the Desert Vipers by four wickets. The Capitals struggled to put up a big total and finished with 150/8, which the Vipers chased down comfortably with an over remaining. The team will now look to bounce back and get their first win of the tournament.

They defeated MI Emirates in their opening game, courtesy of an excellent knock from Pathum Nissanka, who smashed 81 off 42 balls. His explosive innings led the Giants' chase of 164 in just 14.4 overs with six wickets in hand. With such a confident start, GG will be eager to carry on the winning momentum.

DCP vs GG: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 5
• Dubai Capitals Won: 2
• Gulf Giants Won: 3
• No Result/Tie: 0

DCP vs GG: Pitch Report

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium usually assists the bowlers, especially in the initial parts of the game. They have to bat out there carefully, not playing too risky shots, and build their innings patiently. The average score one can find is 140, which can be very competitive if the bowling side uses the conditions aptly. Smart and controlled batting is the key on this surface.

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DCP vs GG: 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

Gulf Giants (GG): 

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Asif Khan, Pathum Nissanka, Moeen Ali (C), Gerhard Erasmus, Azmatullah Omarzai, Liam Dawson, Matthew Forde, Haider Razzaq, Tabraiz Shamsi, Nuwan Thushara

Match No. 39 of the WBBL 2025 will see Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W) face Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W) on Saturday, December 6, at the W.A.C.A. Ground in Perth. This is the second match of the Saturday double-header.

The Perth Scorchers Women have had an up-and-down season so far. With five wins and four losses from their nine matches, they sit right on the edge of the playoff spots. They cannot afford to slip now. In their previous game, the Scorchers defeated the Melbourne Renegades Women by 30 runs, keeping themselves alive in the playoff race. They will need another strong performance to stay in control of their qualification chances.

Brisbane Heat Women, meanwhile, are still searching for their first win of the season. The team has struggled heavily, especially with key batter Jemimah Rodrigues unavailable. Although Brisbane are already out of the playoff race, they will aim to end their season on a positive note. They can still spoil the Scorchers’ chances and impact the final league standings.

PS-W vs BH-W: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 23
  
• Perth Scorchers Women Won: 9
  
• Brisbane Heat Women Won: 13
  
• Tied / No Result: 1
  

PS-W vs BH-W: Pitch Report

The W.A.C.A. Ground is famous for its pace and bounce, making it a great venue for fast bowlers. Historically, chasing teams have done better, winning 21 out of 36 matches, compared to just 15 wins for batting first. The average first-innings score is around 140, but defending that total is difficult here. On winning the toss, a team will probably bowl first, getting to know the surface better and chasing with confidence.

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PS-W vs BH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers Women (PS-W):

Katie Mack, Beth Mooney (WK), Maddy Darke, Sophie Devine (C), Freya Kemp, Paige Scholfield, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Ruby Strange, Lilly Mills, Amy Edgar.

Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W):

Charli Knott (C), Lucinda Bourke, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Georgia Redmayne, Sianna Ginger, Chinelle Henry, Annie O'Neil, Mikayla Wrigley, Lucy Hamilton, Sarah Glenn, Lily Bassingthwaighte.

The Women's Big Bash League is going on with WBBL 2025, Match No. 37, where Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W) will face Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W) on Friday, December 5, at the Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide. Both teams are in different positions on the table, but the Strikers still have a chance to qualify if they finish strong.

The Adelaide Strikers, led by Tahlia McGrath, are currently sixth on the points table. They have played eight matches, out of which they won three and lost three; two games were washed out. The Strikers will be keen to grab more wins to stay alive in the playoff race.

The Hobart Hurricanes Women, on the other hand, have had a great season so far. They are comfortably sitting atop with seven wins from nine matches. The Hurricanes come into this match full of momentum on the back of convincing wins against the Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Stars and will want to keep the momentum going.

AS-W vs HH-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

• Matches Played: 20
  
• Adelaide Strikers Women Won: 13
  
• Hobart Hurricanes Women Won: 5
  
• No Result: 2
• Tied: –0
  

AS-W vs HH-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at Karen Rolton Oval has been quite balanced throughout the season. Both batters and bowlers get fair support from the surface. The powerplay overs will be important for both teams, especially when batting, as early boundaries or wickets can change the game. A total around 170–180 could be a match-winning score on this ground.

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AS-W vs HH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W):

Laura Wolvaardt, Tammy Beaumont, Madeline Penna, Tahlia McGrath (C), Bridget Patterson (WK), Ellie Johnston, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Jemma Barsby, Eleanor Larosa, Darcie Brown.

Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W):

Lizelle Lee (WK), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Elyse Villani, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Rachel Trenaman, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith.

The action in the Women's Big Bash League 2025 continues with Match No. 31 coming up between Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W) and Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W) on November 30 at the North Sydney Oval. This Sydney derby is always a lively contest, and both teams will be eager to earn important points as the tournament moves forward.

Sydney Sixers Women started their season in brilliant fashion with a massive 10-wicket win. But since then, they have struggled for consistency. They now have three wins, two losses, and one no-result. The Sixers will be seeking to get back to their best and build momentum as they enter into the second half of the tournament.

Sydney Thunder Women have had a tougher season with only two wins in seven matches. They opened their campaign with three straight losses and have found it difficult to recover. In their previous game, they were denied a possible win due to a controversial umpiring decision. The Thunder will now aim to regroup and push hard to earn their third win.

SS-W vs ST-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

• Matches Played: 23
  
• Sydney Sixers Women Won: 12
  
• Sydney Thunder Women Won: 8
  
• No Result: 2
  
• Tied: 1
  

SS-W vs ST-W: Pitch Report

Batting at North Sydney Oval has been a bit challenging compared to other venues. There's some early movement that fast bowlers can get, particularly with the new ball. The ones who can use variations in pace and mix their length up do well as the innings wears on. The batsmen will have to be patient and judicious in shot selection to score freely on this surface.

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SS-W vs ST-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Sydney Sixers Women (SS-W):

Sophia Dunkley, Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy (WK), Ashleigh Gardner (C), Maitlan Brown, Mady Villiers, Erin Burns, Emma Manix-Geeves, Caoimhe Bray, Lauren Kua, Lauren Cheatle

Sydney Thunder Women (ST-W):

Georgia Voll, Tahlia Wilson (WK), Phoebe Litchfield (C), Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Anika Learoyd, Laura Harris, Lucy Finn, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates

The WBBL 2025 progresses with Match No. 28, where Melbourne Renegades Women take on Melbourne Stars Women at the Junction Oval in Melbourne on Saturday, November 29. This Melbourne derby is always exciting, and both teams will be eager to grab important points.

The Melbourne Renegades Women are third in the points table, having won four out of their seven matches and lost three. They started the season brightly, winning two matches in a row, but since then have lost three out of their last five games. The Renegades come into this match on the back of a four-wicket loss to Perth Scorchers.

The Melbourne Stars Women, meanwhile, have been in great form. They are currently second in the standings with four wins from five completed matches. Their opening game was washed out, but since then, they have dominated most opponents. In their latest match, they defeated the table-topping Hobart Hurricanes by 37 runs, which will give them a lot of confidence heading into this clash. Interestingly, the Renegades defeated the Stars earlier this month by successfully chasing 142 in 18.5 overs, a result both sides will remember as they go into the return clash.

MR-W vs MS-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

• Matches Played: 21
  
• Melbourne Renegades Women Won: 10
  
• Melbourne Stars Women Won: 8
  
• No Result: 1
  
• Tied: 2
  

MR-W vs MS-W: Pitch Report

The Junction Oval has hosted three matches so far this season, with an average first-innings score of 147. Interestingly, all three games have been won by the chasing team, which means batting second has been the better option here. The pitch generally offers good bounce for batters, but bowlers who keep their lines tight can also be effective. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.

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MR-W vs MS-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Renegades Women (MR-W):

Courtney Webb, Emma de Broughe, Sophie Molineux (C), Alice Capsey, Georgia Wareham, Deandra Dottin, Nicole Faltum (WK), Issy Wong, Sarah Coyte, Charis Bekker, Milly Illingworth.

Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W):

Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland (C), Marizanne Kapp, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day.

The Women’s Big Bash League 2025 continues into its Match No. 24, where Melbourne Stars Women against Hobart Hurricanes Women at the Junction Oval in Melbourne on Wednesday, November 26. Both are teams in positions of strength, which promises an exhilarating top-of-the-table clash.

The Melbourne Stars Women have had a decent season so far, winning three out of their five matches. They are in third place on the points table and will need another win to strengthen their position in qualifying for the next stage. With consistent performances from their star players, the Stars will try to capitalize on the conditions at home.

The Hobart Hurricanes Women are in a fine streak. With five wins from six matches, they are comfortably at the top of the table. Led by Elyse Villani, the Hurricanes have been quite dominant with both bat and ball. They will look to carry the excellent form and take one step towards making it to the knockouts.

MS-W vs HH-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

• Matches Played: 21
  
• Melbourne Stars Women Won: 7
  
• Hobart Hurricanes Women Won: 13
• No Result: 1
  

MS-W vs HH-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Junction Oval is generally batting-friendly with good bounce and helpful for stroke play. A threat of rain around the venue may make the surface a bit slower, and batters will need to be cautious before going for big shots. Bowlers who keep discipline and operate with variations may find success. Teams will have to adjust to any weather-related changes very quickly on this pitch.

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MS-W vs HH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Stars Women (MS-W):

Meg Lanning, Rhys McKenna, Amy Jones (WK), Annabel Sutherland (C), Marizanne Kapp, Danielle Gibson, Kim Garth, Sasha Moloney, Georgia Prestwidge, Maisy Gibson, Sophie Day 

Hobart Hurricanes Women (HH-W): 

Lizelle Lee (WK), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Elyse Villani (C), Rachel Trenaman, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith.

The Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) 2025 carries on with Match 23, which sees Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W) play Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W) on Tuesday 25th November at the Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide. Both teams have had a rough season thus far and will want to change that.

The Adelaide Strikers Women have not had a good run so far. They have won only one match out of five and are placed near the bottom of the points table. Their players have shown some good moments, but they haven’t been able to perform well throughout the matches. The Strikers will now hope to win in front of their home crowd.

The Brisbane Heat Women are also having a difficult season. They are still looking for their first win, as nothing has gone right for them in their matches. Both their batting and bowling have been inconsistent. With the tournament more than halfway through, Brisbane will be eager to finally put points on the board and end the season on a positive note.

AS-W vs BH-W: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

• Matches Played: 25
  
• Adelaide Strikers Women Won: 10
  
• Brisbane Heat Women Won: 14
  
• No Result: 0
  
• Tied: 1

AS-W vs BH-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Karen Rolton Oval usually offers true bounce, making it good for batting early in the innings. Seamers can obtain movement with the new ball and spinners may get some turn later on. The teams batting first have generally played well here, and teams winning the toss will likely ask to bat first based on the past record.

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AS-W vs BH-W: Predicted Playing XIs

Adelaide Strikers Women (AS-W):

Tammy Beaumont, Laura Wolvaardt, Madeline Penna, Tahlia McGrath (C), Bridget Patterson (WK), Ellie Johnston, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Jemma Barsby, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown.

Brisbane Heat Women (BH-W):

Grace Harris, Charli Knott, Jess Jonassen (C), Chinelle Henry, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Georgia Redmayne (WK), Nadine de Klerk, Mikayla Wrigley, Annie O’Neil, Nicola Hancock, Lucy Hamilton.