DV vs DCP Match Preview

It is the first qualifier for the ongoing International League T20 2025. The Desert Vipers will face the Dubai Capitals in this game. Surprisingly the two teams faced off in the last league game, with the Dubai Capitals winning by 9 wickets. The Capitals will be inspired by their victory and strive to replicate their performance. The Vipers performed admirably, finishing first in the points table, and will look to mount a strong comeback. The Dubai Capitals have a strong record against the Desert Vipers. They prevailed in the last four games between each other and will be confident.

DV vs DCP Match Details 

Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals – Qualifier-1 Match, ILT20

Venue: Dubai Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Date & Time: 05th February 2025 at 08:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

DV vs DCP Venue Stats

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

DV vs DCP 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.

DV vs DCP 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. 

DV vs DCP Last Five Matches

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

DV vs DCP 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.

DV vs DCP Probable Playing XIs:

Desert Vipers Probable Playing XIs

Dubai Capitals Probable Playing XIs

Ben Dunk, Shai Hope (wk), Brandon McMullen, Sikandar Raza (c), Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka, Gulbadin Naib, Scott Kuggeleijn, Olly Stone, Haider Ali, Farhan Khan

Topmost Picks for DV vs DCP Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Desert Vipers

• Alex Hales – The form of the team has replicated Alex Hales’ form. The opening batter hasn’t played well in the last three games, which has seen the Vipers lose twice. The Englishman is the team’s top scorer with 286 runs in ten innings.
• Wanindu Hasaranga –  Sri Lankan Wanindu Hasaranga returned empty-handed in the last match as the Dubai Capitals chased the target down with 9 wickets in hand.

Top Picks – Dubai Capitals

• Shai Hope – The West Indies batter has now scored 467 runs in 10 games at an average of over 66.
• Dushmantha Chameera –  Sri Lankan pacer Dushmantha Chameera has been the team’s highest wicket taker this season with 11 wickets in 7 games. He returned with figures of 3/30 in the only match he played in Sharjah in this campaign.

DV vs DCP Probable Winners:

The Desert Vipers have had a fantastic season, but their dismal record when facing the Dubai Capitals concerns them. To take on a formidable batting lineup, the team's bowling attack will need to perform well. The Washington Capitals have pace and depth both in batting and bowling. We expect the game to go down to the wire, with the Dubai Capitals holding a slight advantage. Considering the team combination, Dubai Capitals is expected to win this match.