MI Emirates and Dubai Capitals gear up for a high-stakes clash in the 29th match of the International League T20 2025-26 season. This encounter at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on December 27 promises fireworks as both teams vie for playoff positioning.
The game kicks off at 6:30 PM local time (8:00 PM IST) under the lights at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. The pitch here typically favors batsmen early on, offering true bounce and short boundaries that encourage high-scoring games, though it can assist spinners later as dew sets in. Weather forecasts clear skies with temperatures around 24°C and minimal rain risk, ideal for uninterrupted T20 action.
Sitting second with six wins from nine games, MI Emirates aim to lock in a top-two finish and build momentum toward the playoffs. Dubai Capitals, third with five wins from nine, desperately need points to climb and settle scores after an earlier seven-run loss to MI Emirates this season. A win for either side sharpens their knockout credentials in a tightly contested league table.
MI Emirates ride a four-match winning streak, highlighted by Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 69 not out in a recent chase against Gulf Giants. Dubai Capitals bounced back with a six-wicket win over Sharjah Warriorz, led by Jordan Cox’s 61 not out, but their middle order has shown fragility.
Head-to-Head
The sides have met five times historically, with MI Emirates holding a slight 3-2 edge. Recent meetings tilt MI’s way: they won the last encounter by seven runs, while Dubai Capitals took the prior two.
ILT20 2025 Match Details
- Match: MI Emirates 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: DC vs MIE
Live Score Info:
Cricket lovers can watch the MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals, 29th live score from this website: www.espncricinfo.com
MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals,
Probable XIs
MI Emirates Probable XI: Jonny Bairstow, Tom Banton, Muhammad Waseem, Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Kamindu Mendis, Romario Shepherd, Chris Woakes, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Nosthush Kenjige.
Dubai Capitals Probable XI: Sediqullah Atal, Shayan Jahangir, Jordan Cox, Mohammad Nabi, Leus du Plooy, Rovman Powell, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil, Roelof van der Merwe, Kane Richardson, Zahir Khan.
MI Emirates Analysis
Strengths lie in a explosive top order and versatile bowling attack, with Fazalhaq Farooqi’s nine wickets anchoring the unit. Weaknesses emerge if openers fail early, exposing a brittle middle order. Nicholas Pooran tops their charts with 267 runs, and recent momentum from Waseem Muhammad’s 59 not out adds firepower.
Dubai Capitals Analysis
Their batting depth shines through Jordan Cox’s 298 runs, backed by match-winners like Mohammad Nabi. Bowling relies heavily on Waqar Salamkheil’s 17 wickets, but pace options lack bite on flat tracks. Shayan Jahangir’s 51 in the last win signals growing form.
MI Emirates hold the edge with superior form, home-like conditions at Abu Dhabi, and a balanced squad, predicting a 10-15 run victory if they bat first or chase smartly