Sharjah Warriorz face off against Dubai Capitals in the 20th match of the International League T20 2025 season. The game takes place on December 19, 2025, at 18:30 local time (23:00 IST) at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, UAE.
Sharjah’s pitch typically favors batsmen early with true bounce, but it slows down under lights, assisting spinners and slower bowlers in the second innings. Expect a par score around 160-170. Weather looks clear with temperatures near 24°C, low humidity, and no rain threats for a full match.
Both teams sit mid-table, making this clash crucial for playoff momentum in the tight ILT20 standings. Sharjah Warriorz need a win to climb from recent inconsistency, while Dubai Capitals aim to solidify their top-four push after mixed results. A victory here could swing net run rates dramatically.
Sharjah Warriorz have shown flashes of brilliance but struggled with middle-order collapses in their last three outings, winning just one of five. Dubai Capitals boast better balance, securing two wins from four but leaking runs in chases lately. Recent momentum tilts slightly toward Capitals, who chased down 180 in their prior game.
Head-to-Head
In three meetings, Sharjah Warriorz lead 2-1 over Dubai Capitals. Their most recent clash saw Sharjah chase a modest total with five wickets in hand. Last five encounters don’t apply fully due to limited history, but Sharjah’s edge persists on this venue.
ILT20 2025 Match Details
- Match: Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals
- Time: 7:30 PM 2:30 PM GMT / 6:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Live Broadcast: FanCode app and website, Zee Network
International T20 League Live Streaming Info:
The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025 features 6 teams: Dubai Capitals, Desert Vipers, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, and Sharjah Warriors. The tournament includes a total of 34 matches.
The competition runs from January 11, 2025, to February 9, 2025. Matches are held at three major venues in the UAE: Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, and Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
- India: Live streaming is available on the Zee5 OTT platform; TV coverage is on multiple Zee Network channels, including Zee Cinema and Sony Six.
- Pakistan: Matches are live on the Tapmad platform and TV channels such as PTV Sports, Geo Super, and A Sports.
- Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Abu Dhabi Sports, Dubai Sports, MYCO, and the ILT20 official YouTube channel for live streaming.
- Caribbean: Rush Sports, Flow Sports.
- United Kingdom: BT Sport, Sky Sports, Zee TV, TNT Sports, BBC iPlayer (online free access).
- Australia: Fox Cricket, Channel 9, Stan Sports.
- New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ.
- United States and Canada: Willow TV, ESPNcricinfo, and BBC iPlayer.
- Europe: Samsung TV Plus, Rakuten TV.
- South Africa: SABC Sport, Showmax, DStv Now.
The format is a double round-robin where each team plays the others twice, followed by playoffs including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final. The playoffs start on February 5, with the final scheduled for February 9, 2025, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
YouTube: Search for the ILT20 Official Channel and look for the live stream during match times.
Tamasha: Visit their website or app to find the live streams available for ILT20 matches.
Live Streaming Info:
Sky Cricket will be live: SW vs DC
Live Score Info:
Cricket lovers can watch the Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals, 20th Match live score from this website: www.espncricinfo.com
Probable XIs
Sharjah Warriorz Probable XI: Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Johnson Charles, Mark Chapman, Tim David, Dinesh Karthik, Tom Abell, Harmeet Singh, Tim Southee, Matheesha Pathirana, Adil Rashid, Saurabh Netravalkar.
Dubai Capitals Probable XI: Sediqullah Atal, Jordan Cox, Leus du Plooy, Rovman Powell, Mohammad Nabi, James Neesham, Gulbadin Naib, Mustafizur Rahman, Tymal Mills, Dushmantha Chameera, Scott Currie.
Sharjah Warriorz Analysis
Strengths lie in explosive batting from Tim David and Johnson Charles, backed by a potent pace attack led by Tim Southee and Matheesha Pathirana. Weaknesses show in spin vulnerabilities and top-order fragility without Mark Chapman firing. Key performers: Southee (recent 3/22) and David (quick 50s).
Dubai Capitals Analysis
Capitals excel in allround depth with Mohammad Nabi and James Neesham, plus Jordan Cox’s keeping and batting. Their bowling, featuring Mustafizur Rahman and Tymal Mills, shines in death overs, but openers falter under pressure. Standouts include Nabi (wickets plus runs) and Powell’s power-hitting.
Prediction
Sharjah Warriorz hold a slight edge thanks to home conditions and superior head-to-head record, likely defending 165 on a gripping pitch. Expect a close contest, with Warriorz winning by 8-12 runs if their spinners control the middle overs