DC vs GG Live Score: Gulf Giants are all set to lock horns with Dubai Capitals in Match 24 of the ILT20 2024. The league has reached its business end & every team will try their best to produce their A game, each & every time they will take the field. Any mistake by teams could end their run in the ongoing season of ILt20. Coming to Giants they have an inconsistent run in the tournament with 3 wins in 7 matches. They will try their best to get back their winning spree & win this clash. Coming to Gulf Giants they too have been inconsistent in the ILt20 2024. Tied on the points with 4 other teams, the Capitals will aim to win this clash to fix their spot in the Playoffs.
The Gulf Giants find themselves at the third spot in the points table with 6 points, thanks to an impressive Net Run Rate (NRR). However, their journey has been marked by inconsistency, and with three teams tied on points, they are keen to push through and secure a playoff spot. On the other hand, Dubai Capitals, also with 6 points, are in a similar situation. Every game is crucial, and they are determined to clinch a victory in this encounter to solidify their playoff position.
TEAMS PREVIEW
Dubai Capitals Preview
The Gulf Giants find themselves 3rd in the points table with 6 points because of a great NRR. They will want to get into the best form as a spot in the playoff is at stake. After losing the toss and being forced to bat first in the previous game, Gulf Giants had a brilliant start, particularly with Shimron Hetmyer scoring 53 off 28 balls. The middle order then stepped up, guiding them to a formidable total of 187 for 6. In the bowling department, Zuhaib Zubair’s exceptional performance, picking up 4 wickets for 22 runs, played a crucial role in their dominant win.
Key Players for Dubai Capitals from the Previous Game:
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Zuhaib Zubair
- Aayan Afzal Khan
- Chris Lynn
Dubai Capitals Predicted Playing XI:
- Jamie Smith (wk)
- James Vince (c)
- Chris Lynn
- Jordan Cox
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Gerhard Erasmus
- Jamie Overton
- Chris Jordan
- Aayan Afzal Khan
- Zuhaib Zubair
- Dominic Drakes
DUBAI CAPITALS KEY PLAYERS FROM PREVIOUS GAME OF INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE T20, 2024
Batsmen
- Jason Holder: 42 runs (21 balls, 4 fours), SR: 200
- David Warner: 42 runs (27 balls, 3 fours), SR: 155.56
- Scott Kuggeleijn: 22 runs (10 balls, 1 four), SR: 220
Bowlers
- Dushmantha Chameera: 4.0 overs, 20 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 5.00
- Scott Kuggeleijn: 4.0 overs, 44 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 11.00
- Akif Raja: 2.0 overs, 25 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 12.50
Gulf Giants Preview
Dubai Capitals could not carry on their momentum as they lost the last game after picking up a win before that. They will need to treat every game as a knockout as they do not have NRR on their side as well. In their previous encounter, opting to field first, Dubai Capitals faced a challenging total of 183 runs. Dushmantha Chameera emerged as the standout bowler, picking up 2 wickets for 20 runs. However, chasing the formidable target, the Capitals couldn’t get off to a great start, finishing at 154 for 8 in their 20 overs. David Warner and Jason Holder were the top scorers with 42 runs each.
Key Players for Gulf Giants from the Previous Game:
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Rovman Powell
- Jason Holder
- David Warner
Gulf Giants Predicted Playing XI:
- David Warner (c)
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
- Sam Billings
- Sikandar Raza
- Rovman Powell
- Rahul Chopra
- Jason Holder
- Akif Raja
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Scott Kuggeleijn
- Dushmantha Chameera
GULF GIANTS KEY PLAYERS FROM PREVIOUS GAME OF INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE T20, 2024
Batsmen
- Shimron Hetmyer: 53 runs (28 balls, 3 fours), SR: 189.29
- Chris Lynn: 45 runs (32 balls, 6 fours), SR: 140.62
- Jamie Overton: 25 runs (15 balls, 1 four), SR: 166.67
Bowlers
- Zubair Zuhaib: 4.0 overs, 22 runs, 4 wickets, Econ: 5.50
- Aayan Khan: 3.0 overs, 16 runs, 2 wickets, Econ: 5.33
- Jamie Overton: 3.0 overs, 17 runs, 1 wicket, Econ: 5.67
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is the battleground for this crucial encounter. Known for its capacity of 25000, this venue has a pitch that doesn’t favor high scores. Teams generally prefer to win the toss and bowl first, given the slow nature of the surface. The weather conditions are expected to be extremely favorable for cricket, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 25°C and no signs of rain.
Toss: To Bowl
Given the nature of the ground and the pitch, the team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first. The pitch tends to get slower as the match progresses, and winning the toss and bowling first becomes the preferred option.
DC vs GG Winning Prediction
Both teams enter this game tied on points, desperately seeking a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Gulf Giants are coming off an important win and aim to carry forward their momentum. On the other hand, Dubai Capitals will be eager to regain their form and secure wins to consolidate their position. Considering the current form and the balance between bat and ball, Dubai Capitals are predicted to beat Gulf Giants in this crucial encounter.
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