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DV vs DC ILT20: Dubai Capitals Defeat Desert Vipers by 5 Wickets

The ILT20 playoffs have certainly lived up to their high-stakes billing, and the dramatic Qualifier 1 between Desert Vipers (DV) and Dubai Capitals (DC) did not disappoint. With the winner securing direct entry into the final, and the loser given a second chance in Qualifier 2, this match had everything on the line. Both teams have been in stellar form throughout the league, making it a thrilling contest that set the stage for an unforgettable battle.

DV vs DC ILT20 Playoffs: Qualifier 1 Post-Match Analysis

The playoffs of the ILT20 are the peak of the tournament, and Qualifier 1 proved to be a contest of the highest order. In a tense showdown, Dubai Capitals (DC) triumphed over Desert Vipers (DV), securing their place in the final. With both teams displaying remarkable skill, the match was an exciting, edge-of-your-seat affair that showcased the very best of what the league has to offer.

Playing XI

Both teams are lined up with a mix of international stars as well as local talents, thus making them very formidable. Here is an analysis of the possible playing XIs for either side:

Desert Vipers (DV):

  • Azam Khan
  • Tanish Suri
  • Adam Hose
  • Alex Hales
  • Michael Jones
  • Sherfane Rutherford
  • Max Holden
  • Ali Naseer
  • Dan Lawrence
  • Wanindu Hasaranga
  • Dhruv Parashar
  • Sam Curran
  • Kushal Malla
  • Luke Wood
  • Mohammad Amir
  • Nathan Sowter
  • David Payne
  • Khuzaima Bin Tanvir
  • Lockie Ferguson

Dubai Capitals (DC):

  • Sam Billings
  • Adam Rossington
  • Ben Dunk
  • Shai Hope
  • Khalid Shah
  • David Warner
  • Rovman Powell
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk
  • Joe Burns
  • Joe Weatherley
  • Najibullah Zadran
  • Dasun Shanaka
  • Shahrukh Ahmed
  • Brandon McMullen
  • Sikandar Raza
  • Gulbadin Naib
  • Scott Kuggeleijn
  • Akif Raja
  • Dushmantha Chameera
  • Zahir Khan
  • Olly Stone
  • Garuka Sanketh
  • Farhan Khan
  • Obed McCoy
  • Sharafuddin Ashraf
  • Zeeshan Naseer Ahmed
  • Haider Ali-I
  • Aryaman Varma
  • Qais Ahmad

The enigmatic blend of explosive batsmen, dependable all-rounders, and lethal bowlers ensures that the day would witness an enthralling contest.

Dubai Capitals

Venue, Date of the Match, and Time

Qualifier 1 will be played in the electric Dubai International Cricket Stadium, a venue famous for its electrifying ambiance and batter-friendly pitch. The date set for the match is February 5, 2024, starting at 7:30 PM local time (GMT+4). The toss will occur 30 minutes prior to the first ball, adding to the atmosphere of anticipation and excitement for the fans.

Match Overview

After batting first, Desert Vipers put up a sizable total, propelled mainly by Alex Hales’ blistering knock of 67 from just 32 balls and a 98-run partnership with Max Holden (36 from 26). However, the middle overs provided some resistance to the Desert Vipers, led by Hales. DC’s bowlers,Qais Ahmad (2/29) and Naib (2/25) . Dan Lawrence (35 from 27) and Sam Curran (24 from 21) were unable to sustain the assault, but a late blitz from Khuzaima Tanveer (15 off 5) pushed DV up to 189/7 in 20 overs.

Match Result

Dubai Capitals (DC) will certainly remember their thrilling last-ball entry in a dramatic win over Desert Vipers (DV) in Qualifier 1 held in the ILT20 at the Dubai International Stadium. The day belonged to Gulbadin Naib, who led from the front with 62 runs off 39 deliveries, while providing two very important breakthroughs as DC chased down the target of 189 with five wickets. Apart from taking DC to the ILT20 Final, this victory also extended DC’s dominance over V’s with a fifth consecutive dump.

What’s Next?

Having gotten to the tip of the ILT20 Final, DV will now have another chance to qualify against either MI Emirates or Sharjah Warriorz in Qualifier 2. Will DV rise to the occasion for another bite at DC, or will a new team try to push the Capitals in the Final? The action in the ILT20 continues!

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