Key match-ups, analysis, form, team news, weather forecast, tickets, TV and streaming information, odds, predictions and more ahead of the latest encounter in the 2023 ILT20
What’s the match?
Desert Vipers face Dubai Capitals in the latest instalment of the ILT20 2023.
When is it taking place?
Start of play is scheduled for 6pm local time (2pm GMT) on Thursday, February 2.
Where is the match being played?
The game was be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai.
Who’s got the form?
After their heavy defeat to MI Emirates, Desert Vipers returned to winning ways and stretched two points clear at the top of the table with a 22-run win over Sharjah Warriors.
Dubai Capitals currently sit fifth in the table but a win could see them jump into third spot. With three wins in seven completed games and one no result, Capitals can’t be ruled out of an upset.
Last time out, they recorded a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
What’s the key match-up?
Capitals shared responsibilities in their last win over Knight Riders. George Munsey scoring 57 from 43 balls and Adam Zampa’s 4 for 16 were the most notable performances.
For Vipers, Luke Wood and Wanindu Hasaranga shared six wickets to defeat Warriors. Despite his early departure in the last match for just four runs, Alex Hales, the competition’s top run-scorer is a threat for the table-toppers.
What’s the weather forecast?
The sun is expected to shine tomorrow with temperatures of 27 degrees Celsius in Dubai.
What is the team news?
Wood’s arrival from the BBL for Vipers has brought success with spells at both ends of the innings.
Similarly, Capitals bringing Zampa – his Melbourne Stars teammate – in following the conclusion of his Big Bash season has strengthened the side.
What are the squads?
Desert Vipers: Colin Munro (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Sam Billings, Alex Hales, Tom Curran, Matheesha Pathirana, Sherfane Rutherford, Sheldon Cottrell, Benny Howell, Ruben Trumpelmann, Mark Watt, Tymal Mills, Adam Lyth, Rohan Mustafa, Shiraz Ahmad, Ali Naseer, Ronak Panoly, Dinesh Chandimal, Gus Atkinson, Jake Lintott
Dubai Capitals: Rovman Powell (c), Dasun Shanaka, Fabian Allen, Mujeeb Rahman, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Chamika Karunaratne, Isuru Udana, Sikandar Raza, Hazratullah Zazai, Chirag Suri, Daniel Lawrence, Jash Ginayani, Niroshan Dickwella, Fred Klaassen, George Munsey, Hazrat Luqman, Akif Raja, Joe Root, Robin Uthappa, Ravi Bopara, Yusuf Pathan, Ollie White
*Squads are for the whole ILT20 and not specific to this match
What are the possible starting XIs?
Desert Vipers: Rohan Mustafa, Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Sam Billings, Sherfane Rutherford, Benny Howell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Gus Atkinson, Luke Wood, Sheldon Cottrell, Shiraz Ahmed
Dubai Capitals: George Munsey, Niroshan Dickwella, Dasun Shanaka, Rovman Powell, Sikandar Raza, Yusuf Pathan, Chamika Karunaratne, Fred Klaassen, Adam Zampa, Akif Raja, Hazrat Luqman
What are the odds?
Coming soon.
What’s the prediction?
Desert Vipers will continue their winning form and stay on top of the table.
Are tickets available?
Tickets are available on Platinum List. Child tickets are available for just $2.81 while adult tickets start at $8.42.
Where can I watch the game?
ZEE have obtained the broadcast rights for the ILT20 on a long-term deal.
All 34 matches will be aired across the company’s 10 linear channels, with coverage provided in more than 10 languages, including English, Hindi and Tamil, as well as on ZEE5 Global.
In the UK, Zee TV can be accessed via channel 709 on Sky and channel 809 on Virgin Media. Every match will also be available via BT Sport (TV/online/app) following a deal betwee the broadcaster and Zee.
Elsewhere in the world, the full tournament will be available via Zee Cinema (SD/HD), Zee Anmol Cinema, ZEE Thirai, Zee Bangla Cinema, Zee Zest (SD/HD), &Pictures, &Flix, and ZEE5.
