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This is DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction. It will be the 13th game of the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025. Dubai Capitals will be playing against the Desert Vipers at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. The match will be played on 20th January 2025 at 8:00 PM IST.
In their last match, Desert Vipers secured a 53 runs victory against the Abu Dhabi Knights Riders. Alex Hales was the standout performer for Desert Vipers, scoring 58 runs off 36 balls supported by Dan Lawrence, who scored 49 runs at a strike rate of 153, and managed to post a total of 193 runs in 20 overs. In the bowling department, Nathan Sowter took three wickets, while Wanindu Hasaranga took two wickets. They won all their matches and currently lead the points table with eight points.
On the other hand, Dubai Capitals lost their last match by 6 wickets against Gulf Giants. Ben Dunk scored 28 runs off 20 balls, while Sikandar Raza scored 28 runs off 22 balls and managed to score 165 runs in 20 overs, their bowling unit failed to defend the target, Gulf Giants easily chased down the target. Dubai Capitals have secured just one victory and currently occupy the bottom position on the points table with two points.
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Probable Playing XI
Dubai Capitals: Ben Dunk, Shai Hope (wk), Brandon McMullen, Sikandar Raza (c), Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka, Gulbadin Naib, Olly Stone, Akif Raja, Scott Kuggelejin, Haider Ali
Desert Vipers: Fakhar Zaman, Alex Hales, Dan Lawrence, Sam Curran, Azam Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Tanish Suri, Wanindu Hasaranga, Nathan Sowter, Luke Wood, Mohammad Amir
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Pitch Report
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium pitch has proven excellent for batting. The batters will aim for the shorter square boundaries, although variable bounce will be a factor to consider. There should be some assistance available for the spinners as well, resulting in a good bat-and-ball battle. The average first-innings score at this venue is 160 runs.
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- Try to fit in the top 4 batters from both teams.
- You can take the risk of dropping the fast bowler from the team bowling first.
- Death bowlers from the first innings and batters will be good C/VC options.
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Must Picks
Sam Curran (DV)
- Sam Curran is an excellent choice for the captaincy role in your fantasy team. He scored 35 runs at a strike rate of 120 in his last match against Abu Dhabi Knights Riders.
- Sam Curran could be the game changing pick in this contest.
Sikandar Raza (DC)
- Sikandar Raza is a hard-hitting all-rounder capable of scoring quick runs for his team.
- He will bat in the middle order and can also bowl a few overs of pace which makes him a good choice.
Wanindu Hasaranga (DV)
- Wanindu Hasaranga picked up two wickets at an economy rate of 5.5 in his last match against Abu Dhabi Knights Riders.
- Wanindu Hasaranga is expected to lead the bowling attack in this contest.
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction and Tips
If Dubai Capitals bats first
- Shai Hope will be a top differential pick.
- Sikandar Raza, Olly Stone and Gulbadin Naib will be the top C/VC options.
- You can take the risk of dropping Ben Dunk.
If Desert Vipers bats first
- Mohammad Amir will be a top differential pick.
- Dropping Tanish Suri will be worth the risk.
- Sam Curran, Wanindu Hasaranga and Fakhar Zaman will be the top C/VC options.
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Teams
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Small League Team
DC vs DV Dream11 Prediction: Grand League Team
