Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
160
35
22
DC
DCP
166/4 (20.0)
Vipers chose to BOWL
Vipers
DV
171/5 (19.4)
Vipers won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
DC vs DV Fantasy Prediction: International League T20 Match Preview, Pitch Report & Top Picks

Published on Dec 14, 2025

DC vs DV Fantasy Prediction: International League T20 Match Preview, Pitch Report & Top Picks

Match Preview

Get ready for a thrilling encounter in the International League T20 as the Dubai Capitals (DC) take on the Desert Vipers (DV) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This is a clash of contrasting momentum and history. The Vipers are flying high with five consecutive wins, looking absolutely unstoppable. On the other hand, the Capitals have bounced back with two wins in a row after a slump, and they hold a massive psychological edge with 6 wins against DV in their head to-head history.

For fantasy fans on AI11, this match offers a lot of high value all rounders and in form bowlers. Let us break down the stats and strategies to help you climb the leaderboard.

Pitch Report: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

The surface in Dubai is generally balanced, offering something for everyone. In the last 5 matches, the average score has been around 160 runs, which suggests a decent contest between bat and ball.

Key Ground Stats:

  • Average Runs: 160
  • Pacer Wickets: 35
  • Spinner Wickets: 22

Pacers have clearly enjoyed more success here recently, picking up significantly more wickets than spinners. However, quality wrist spinners can still make an impact in the middle overs. Batters who settle in can score big, as seen in recent games.

Team Analysis: Desert Vipers (DV)

The Vipers are the team to beat right now. Their lineup is clicking perfectly, led by the incredible Sam Curran. He has been a fantasy goldmine, contributing with both bat and ball. Their bowling attack, featuring Khuzaima Tanveer and Noor Ahmad, has been stifling opposition batters.

Key Players to Watch:

  • Sam Curran: The MVP of the side. With 156 runs and 3 wickets in the series, he is a default Captaincy choice for many.
  • Khuzaima Tanveer: A revelation with the ball, taking 10 wickets in the series. He is a must have in your bowling section.
  • Noor Ahmad: The wrist spinner has picked up 8 wickets and keeps the economy tight.
  • Andries Gous: A reliable wicket keeper batter who has scored 107 runs recently.

Team Analysis: Dubai Capitals (DC)

Playing at home, DC will look to extend their dominance over the Vipers. Their batting lineup has found form at the right time. Rovman Powell is leading from the front, and Shayan Jahangir is coming off a sensational 99-run knock. Their bowling relies heavily on Waqar Salamkheil's spin and David Willey's new ball skills.

Key Players to Watch:

  • Rovman Powell: In explosive form with 173 runs in the series. He can change the game in a few overs.
  • Shayan Jahangir: Fresh off a match winning 99, he is a high confidence pick for the wicket keeper slot.
  • Waqar Salamkheil: The spinner has been lethal, bagging 10 wickets in the series. He is a crucial asset for DC.
  • David Willey: Offers dual value with 39 runs and 4 wickets. He is great for balance in your fantasy team.

Top Fantasy Picks for AI11

Sam Curran He bats in the top order and bowls crucial overs. His high selection percentage (91.55%) shows he is a safe and essential pick for your contests.

Rovman Powell The DC skipper is striking the ball clean and hard. With nearly 90 average points per match, he is a strong contender for the Vice Captain role.

Khuzaima Tanveer With a massive 10 wickets in the series, Tanveer is generating huge fantasy points. Do not ignore him despite the big names around.

Waqar Salamkheil Spinners might have fewer wickets generally at this venue, but Salamkheil is an exception. His ability to take wickets in clusters makes him a game changer.

Captain and Vice Captain Choices

  • Safe Captain: Sam Curran
  • Safe Vice Captain: Rovman Powell
  • Differential Captain: Khuzaima Tanveer
  • Risky Vice Captain: Shayan Jahangir

Conclusion

This match is a battle between DV's current form and DC's historical dominance. While Sam Curran and Rovman Powell are the headline acts, players like Khuzaima Tanveer and Waqar Salamkheil could be the difference makers in winning big rewards. Build your team wisely, check the toss update, and join the contest on AI11!

International League T20 DC vs DV players T20 past performance, current series performance, fantasy points and selection percentage.

PlayerBattingBowlingSeries PerformanceFantasy SelectionMatch Performance
Name
T
R
S
M#BatInnNORunsHSAvgSR50+4/6BowlInnWkOvAvgEcoSR4wBestC/St
M
A. Pt
Pts
Run
Wk
DT
P
S%
C
VC
iDt
#
PTS
Bat
Bowl
Field
Mustafizur RahmanDCPBOWL322LHB8952227216.1373.7024LFM3204123.621.037.4217106/1066372216051001155.681.172.4711420380
Noor AhmadDVBOWL196RHB6425244206.2598.78024LWS1912293.622.277.3318.285/1142568.834408801077.64.397.868480440
David WilleyDCPALL324LHB23851425711822.76133.6919538LFM3013273.223.117.8217.744/7141463.7525539475874.533.617.41216020
Mohammad NabiDCPALL481RHB4028168418921.31134.3418806OB4544063.224.856.9521.485/15224383249294100640.952.473.717140100
Sam CurranDVALL330LHB27357559610225.9136.8534666LMF3143123.228.318.8619.195/10137587.6438156380591.4526.0212.3117482728
Lockie FergusonDVBOWL206RHB60332983011.03111.61031RF2022413.522.77.7917.495/21542336601501130.651.641.881814028
Rovman PowellDCPBAT328RHB29561594410725.4140.8825759RMF56261.945.8410.9525.102/21164489.753591730751076.898.6110.712010-208
Shimron HetmyerDVBAT322LHB29856653410027144.3635822000-172542.821486040738.171.832.3314322800
Gulbadin NaibDCPALL177RHB1544025629122.47132.2612309RMF1271022.627.498.4719.434/1269231621010523.21.972.057493708
Fakhar ZamanDVBAT324LHB31313844311528.14135.02591160SLA1641.642.256.837.201/3137532.8164880401614.11.461.2616221800
Naseem ShahDVBOWL142RHB6023270277.29116.37038RF1411483.728.257.9821.235/20253511538266923.321.471.739440400
Shayan JahangirDCPWK24RHB2264096125.56125.46250RMF000-9479316144050372.6912.697.2115231108
Dasun ShanakaDCPBAT273RHB24860487413125.92142.4320637RM151106225.778.8517.414/1699442.2516945225930.821.642.02211947640
Max HoldenDVBAT87LHB8610203012126.71143.1511285OB101120-29546230138040169.554.645.616706200
Dan LawrenceDVALL136RHB1271028739324.55139.9419362OB69552.221.657.8616.524/2046557.4287125140668.452.444.4813393230
Leus du PlooyDCPBAT199LHB1853842429228.85133.5225494SLA21141.7228.4715.514/1594166200428.722.832.714968400
Jordan CoxDCPWK178RHB16533404513930.64140.1522502000-127459236114050772.315.526.023978108
Waqar SalamkheilDCPBOWL95RHB141223711.552.2702LWS931283.620.828.0315.554/149498.5394010751828.941.232.5212410370
Tom BruceDVBAT139RHB1352532929329.92142.5722427OB25151.927.668.6119.203/995144000217.511.031.29225100
Hasan NawazDVBAT79RHB748167010525.3138.939214RM731.1269.751601/348518902200323.571.111.457955016
Vriitya AravindDVWK48RHB43510529727.68112.396128000-31412484025415.10.720.76244000
Muhammad JawadullahDCPBOWL63LHB9322133.6659.4502LFM60733.120.848.2315.134/2110413.2553010112.650.320.51235010
Khuzaima TanveerDVBOWLRHB00RF000598.84945010100867.169.249.451911070
Haider AliDCPBOWL51LHB18858155.896.6604SLA49483.319.815.942014/1611413.7555400212.170.330.5410420308
Completed matches of Desert Vipers
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
02 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV150/8 (20.0)151/6 (19.0) Vipers won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
05 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjahAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKRDesert VipersDV171/6 (20.0)175/8 (19.3) Vipers won by 2 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
08 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiGulf GiantsGGDesert VipersDV179/5 (20.0)179/9 (20.0) Match tied (Vipers won the Super Over)
09 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu DhabiDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE159/4 (20.0)158/9 (20.0) Vipers won by 1 run
12 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiGulf GiantsGGDesert VipersDV157/7 (20.0)158/2 (16.5) Vipers won by 8 wickets (with 19 balls remaining)
14 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV166/4 (20.0)171/5 (19.4) Vipers won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
16 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu DhabiAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKRDesert VipersDV181/5 (20.0)180/6 (20.0) KnightRiders won by 1 run
20 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiSharjah WarriorsSWRDesert VipersDV90/10 (17.5)91/6 (13.5) Vipers won by 4 wickets (with 37 balls remaining)
21 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE124/7 (20.0)128/6 (17.3) MI Emirates won by 4 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
26 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjahSharjah WarriorsSWRDesert VipersDV140/7 (20.0)144/5 (19.3) Vipers won by 5 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
30 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu DhabiDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE233/1 (20.0)188/7 (20.0) Vipers won by 45 runs
04 Jan - 08:20 PMDubaiDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE154/3 (17.1)136/10 (18.3) MI Emirates chose to field.
Completed matches of Dubai Capitals
Teams
Date
Venue
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
02 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV150/8 (20.0)151/6 (19.0) Vipers won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
06 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPGulf GiantsGG160/6 (20.0)161/6 (18.5) Giants won by 4 wickets (with 7 balls remaining)
07 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKR186/4 (20.0)103/10 (15.3) DC won by 83 runs
13 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu DhabiDubai CapitalsDCPAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKR196/5 (20.0)187/8 (20.0) DC won by 9 runs
14 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV166/4 (20.0)171/5 (19.4) Vipers won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
17 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiMI EmiratesMIEDubai CapitalsDCP137/8 (20.0)130/10 (20.0) MI Emirates won by 7 runs
19 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjahDubai CapitalsDCPSharjah WarriorsSWR180/6 (20.0)117/10 (17.0) DC won by 63 runs
21 Dec - 03:30 PMSharjahGulf GiantsGGDubai CapitalsDCP156/10 (19.5)162/4 (19.2) DC won by 6 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
24 Dec - 08:00 PMDubaiSharjah WarriorsSWRDubai CapitalsDCP134/8 (20.0)138/4 (19.1) DC won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
27 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu DhabiDubai CapitalsDCPMI EmiratesMIE122/8 (20.0)126/2 (16.4) MI Emirates won by 8 wickets (with 20 balls remaining)
01 Jan - 08:00 PMDubaiAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKRDubai CapitalsDCP158/7 (20.0)108/10 (16.2) KnightRiders won by 50 runs
Completed matches at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Teams
Date
Bat First
Bat Second
Inning 1
Inning 2
Winner
02 Dec - 08:00 PMDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV150/8 (20.0)151/6 (19.0) Vipers won by 4 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
04 Dec - 08:00 PMMI EmiratesMIEGulf GiantsGG163/6 (20.0)164/4 (14.4) Giants won by 6 wickets (with 32 balls remaining)
06 Dec - 08:00 PMDubai CapitalsDCPGulf GiantsGG160/6 (20.0)161/6 (18.5) Giants won by 4 wickets (with 7 balls remaining)
07 Dec - 08:00 PMDubai CapitalsDCPAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKR186/4 (20.0)103/10 (15.3) DC won by 83 runs
08 Dec - 08:00 PMGulf GiantsGGDesert VipersDV179/5 (20.0)179/9 (20.0) Match tied (Vipers won the Super Over)
10 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjah WarriorsSWRGulf GiantsGG157/6 (20.0)158/4 (19.4) Giants won by 6 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
12 Dec - 08:00 PMGulf GiantsGGDesert VipersDV157/7 (20.0)158/2 (16.5) Vipers won by 8 wickets (with 19 balls remaining)
14 Dec - 08:00 PMDubai CapitalsDCPDesert VipersDV166/4 (20.0)171/5 (19.4) Vipers won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
17 Dec - 08:00 PMMI EmiratesMIEDubai CapitalsDCP137/8 (20.0)130/10 (20.0) MI Emirates won by 7 runs
20 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjah WarriorsSWRDesert VipersDV90/10 (17.5)91/6 (13.5) Vipers won by 4 wickets (with 37 balls remaining)
21 Dec - 08:00 PMDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE124/7 (20.0)128/6 (17.3) MI Emirates won by 4 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)
24 Dec - 08:00 PMSharjah WarriorsSWRDubai CapitalsDCP134/8 (20.0)138/4 (19.1) DC won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
28 Dec - 08:00 PMAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKRGulf GiantsGG179/1 (20.0)147/9 (20.0) KnightRiders won by 32 runs
01 Jan - 08:00 PMAbu Dhabi Knight RidersADKRDubai CapitalsDCP158/7 (20.0)108/10 (16.2) KnightRiders won by 50 runs
04 Jan - 08:20 PMDesert VipersDVMI EmiratesMIE154/3 (17.1)136/10 (18.3) MI Emirates chose to field.
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