The Eliminator of the International League T20 2025-26 will decide who stays alive in the title race. The current champions Dubai Capitals take on Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in a do-or-die clash.
The winner moves on to Qualifier 2, while the loser is knocked out of the tournament.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | International League T20 2025-26 |
| Match | Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Eliminator) |
| Date | Thursday, 1 January 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
Match Preview (Easy Overview)
Dubai Capitals – Team Form
Dubai Capitals had a chance to finish in the top two, but a defeat against MI Emirates pushed them into the Eliminator. Still, they look strong and settled.
They have already beaten ADKR twice this season, which gives them a clear mental edge.
Players like Rovman Powell, Jordan Cox, Mohammad Nabi and David Willey bring experience, while their bowling attack has been consistent in pressure games.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders – Team Form
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders qualified after a crucial win over Gulf Giants in their last league match. That victory came under pressure and boosted confidence.
Their squad is packed with match-winners like Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt.
However, their poor head-to-head record against Dubai Capitals remains a concern.
Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Dubai Capitals | 6 |
| Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 1 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Results |
|---|---|
| Dubai Capitals | L, W, W, W, L |
| Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | W, W, L, L, W |
Pitch & Weather Report
Weather Update
- Temperature: 21–23°C
- Humidity: 40–50%
- Rain: No rain expected
Pitch Report
- Batting-friendly surface
- Spinners become effective in the middle overs
- Chasing teams usually enjoy an advantage
Dubai International Stadium – T20 Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 121 |
| Batting First Wins | 55 |
| Batting Second Wins | 64 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 140 |
| Highest Score | 212/2 |
| Lowest Score | 55 all out |
Predicted Playing XI
Dubai Capitals
- Sediqullah Atal
- Shayan Jahangir (WK)
- Jordan Cox
- Leus du Plooy
- Rovman Powell
- Mohammad Nabi (C)
- James Neesham
- David Willey
- Scott Currie
- Haider Ali
- Waqar Salamkheil
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
- Phil Salt (WK)
- Michael Pepper
- Alex Hales
- Liam Livingstone
- Alishan Sharafu
- Brandon McMullen
- Andre Russell
- Jason Holder (C)
- Sunil Narine
- Piyush Chawla
- Ajay Kumar
Read Also: ILT20 2025–26 Points Table, Match Results
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Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Choices
- Phil Salt
- Shayan Jahangir
- Alex Hales
- Jason Holder
Grand League (High Risk – High Reward)
Captain / Vice-Captain Choices
- Andre Russell
- Liam Livingstone
- Mohammad Nabi
- Jordan Cox
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
This is the third meeting between these teams this season, and Dubai Capitals have won both previous games. That gives them confidence going into this pressure match.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders are dangerous and can change the game quickly, especially with all-rounders like Russell and Narine. But history, balance, and recent match-ups slightly favor Dubai Capitals.
Predicted Winner: Dubai Capitals
Injury Update
| Team | Injury Status |
|---|---|
| Dubai Capitals | No injury concerns |
| Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | No injury concerns |
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