DCP vs DV Match Preview

It will decide the title of the International League T20 in 2025. The Dubai Capitals, who finished second last year, will look for their first title when they face the Desert Vipers in this game. The Capitals will be inspired by their first-round victory over the Vipers and hope to replicate that performance. The Vipers comprehensively defeated the Sharjah Warriors in the second Qualifier and hope to build on their success. The Dubai Capitals have taken over the Desert Vipers. They have beaten the last five games versus them and will look to extend that streak with a strong performance in this one. The Desert Vipers have proved inconsistent in recent games, which will concern the team.

DCP vs DV Match Details 

Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers – Final Match, ILT20

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 09th February 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

DCP vs DV Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	187
Avg 2nd inn score	179
Win% batting 1st	54
Win% batting 2nd	46

DCP vs DV Pitch Report

The flat pitch, combined with the smaller boundaries, will make Dubai a hitting paradise. Given the outcome of the previous game, we can expect the field to play out similarly in this match.

DCP vs DV Weather Report

It is expected to be cloudy during the game time, but there is no chance of rain, and we may anticipate another high-scoring thriller between two teams desperate to win. 

DCP vs DV Last Five Matches

DV ( Desert Vipers )	W L L W L
DCP ( Dubai Capitals )	W W W L W

DCP vs DV Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	DCP Won	DV Won	Tie	NR
Overall	6	4	2	0	0
Last 5	5	2	3	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

DCP vs DV Probable Playing XIs:

Desert Vipers Probable Playing XIs

Dubai Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Sam Billings (c), Shai Hope (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Sikandar Raza, Dasun Shanaka, Rovman Powell, Dushmantha Chameera, Farhan Khan, Haider Ali, Obed McCoy, Qais Ahmad, Adam Rossington

Topmost Picks for DCP vs DV Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Desert Vipers

• Alex Hales – One of the primary reasons Desert Vipers advanced to the season's final match was Alex Hales' outstanding performance in the second playoff against Sharjah Warriors. He got 47 off 29 balls with a strike rate of 162.07.
• Sam Curran –  Sam Curran hasn't had great form this season and will play a crucial role in the middle overs..

Top Picks – Dubai Capitals

• Gulbadin Naib – Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib has become a fan favorite in ILT20 following his performance in the first playoff. He was on fire, scoring 62 from 39 balls with a strike rate of 158.97.
• Qais Ahmad –  Qais Ahmad is the team's key bowler, and he must take wickets in the middle overs.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for DCP vs DV Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope, Adam Rossington, Alex Hales, Max Holden, Dasun Shanaka, Gulbadin Naib(C), Sam Curran(VC), Daniel Lawrence, Mohammad Amir, Dushmantha Chameera, Qais Ahmad

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for DCP vs DV Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope(VC), Adam Rossington, Alex Hales(C), Max Holden, Dasun Shanaka, Gulbadin Naib, Sam Curran, Daniel Lawrence, Mohammad Amir, Dushmantha Chameera, Qais Ahmad

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Alex Hales, Gulbadin Naib

Vice-captain – Shai Hope, Sam Curran

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

DCP vs DV Probable Winners:

The Desert Vipers have been unable to crack the Dubai Capitals code in the previous two seasons. The team's bowling attack has been inconsistent in recent games, which will be a source of concern. In this game, the team will rely on a strong bowling attack. The Dubai Capitals have checked all the boxes in recent games. The batting lineup has performed well this season and will start as favorites in this game. Considering the team combination, Dubai Capitals is expected to win this match.