The upcoming match between Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and Sharjah Warriors at Sheikh Zayed Stadium promises to be an exciting contest in the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025.
The Knight Riders, featuring explosive talents like Andre Russell and Sunil Narine, are looking to leverage their home advantage after a strong previous season where they reached the playoffs. They will rely on key players such as Michael Pepper and Gudakesh Motie to deliver impactful performances.
On the other hand, the Warriors aim to build on their mixed results from last season, where they finished third in the points table. With a balanced squad including stars like Tim Southee and Kusal Mendis, they are keen to secure a vital win. Both teams have the firepower and strategic depth to make this match thrilling, and fans can expect a closely contested battle as they vie for early dominance in the tournament.
Match Details: ILT20 2025, ADKR vs SWR
- Date and time: January 15, 02:30 pm GMT/ 08:00 pm IST/ 06:30 pm local
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is known for being balanced, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Typically, it provides good pace and bounce, making it conducive for batting, especially in the initial overs. However, as the match progresses, spinners may find assistance, particularly in the middle overs. Dew can also play a significant role in the second innings, making it easier for the chasing team. Teams winning the toss might prefer to bat first to set a challenging total, but chasing teams have historically performed well under lights. Overall, fans can expect an engaging contest with opportunities for both sides to showcase their skills on this versatile surface.
ADKR vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Phil Salt
- Batters: Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Jason Roy, Tom Kohler-Cadmore
- All-rounders: Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers
- Bowlers: Tim Southee, Adam Milne
ADKR vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Sunil Narine (c), Tim Southee (vc)
- Choice 2: Tom Kohler-Cadmore (c), Andre Russell (vc)
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ADKR vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Rohan Mustafa, Alishan Sharafu, David Willey, Johnson Charles
ADKR vs SWR Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 15, 02:30 pm GMT):
Squads:
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Aditya Shetty, Ali Khan, Alishan Sharafu, Andre Russell, Andries Gous, Charith Asalanka, David Willey, Joe Clarke, Laurie Evans, Michael Pepper, Sunil Narine, Gudakesh Motie, Ibrar Ahmad, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Phil Salt, Roston Chase, Shahid Iqbal Bhutta, Sufiyan Muqeem, Terrance Hinds, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
Sharjah Warriorz: Dilshan Madushanka, Johnson Charles, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Kusal Mendis, Luke Wells, Peter Hatzoglou, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tim Southee, Adam Milne, Adil Rashid, Ashton Agar, Avishka Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Daniel Sams, Ethan D’ Souza, Harmeet Singh, Jason Roy, Karim Janat, Keemo Paul, Matthew Wade, Rohan Mustafa, Tim Seifert, Traveen Mathew, Virandeep Singh
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