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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.

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!

Hamna Farrukh