The 22nd match of the ongoing ILT20 2025 will pit MI Emirates against Desert Vipers, two of the top four teams in the tournament’s points table. This match will take place on January 27 at 8:00 PM (IST) at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
With three victories and four losses in their seven games, MI Emirates is presently ranked third in the tournament standings. They have just suffered two straight losses against GG and ADKR in their last two games. With a victory in this match, they will surpass the Dubai Capitals (DC) and take second place in the standings with six points.
On the other hand, Sam Curran’s Desert Vipers (DV) are placed in the top spot on the standings, with six wins and only one defeat in their seven games. They have won four games while losing only one in their last five games. The Vipers defeated Sharjah Warriorz by 8 wickets in the last game. A win in this game will strengthen their dominance in the tournament’s points table.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium provides great batting conditions, and the venue has regularly produced high-scoring thrillers. Because of the surface’s consistent bounce, hitters can play their shots with ease. The new ball may cause some early movement for bowlers, especially pacers.
Four of the six games played at this location in the current ILT20 2025 season have been won by the team batting first. That amply illustrates how crucial it is to take advantage of the favorable batting conditions in the opening innings. In order to gain an advantage in the game, the captain who wins the toss will most likely decide to bat first.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Stats in T20I
Total Matches90Matches won batting first41Matches won bowling first49Average 1st innings Score136Average 2nd innings Score123Highest total recorded225/7 (20 Ovs) By IRE vs AFGLowest total recorded54/10 (17.5 Ovs) By USAW vs THAIWHighest score chased174/2 (17.4 Ovs) By RSA vs IRELowest score defended93/8 (20 Ovs) By THAIW vs PNGWSheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report ahead of MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers ILT20 2025 Inside Sport India.
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