DV vs SWR, Pitch Report, Head to Head, Playing 11, AI Prediction

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Last updated on Dec 20, 2025 04:34 PM
DV vs SWR, Pitch Report, Head to Head, Playing 11, AI Prediction

The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025–26 continues with Match No. 22, where Desert Vipers (DV) will take on Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday, December 20. This will be a challenging fixture for the Warriorz as they play their second match within 24 hours, testing their fitness and squad depth.

Match Details: DV vs SWR

Details Information
Series International League T20 2025–26
Match Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz, Match 22
Date Saturday, 20th December 2025
Time 08:00 PM IST
Venue Dubai International Cricket Stadium
City Dubai
Toss 7:30 PM IST
Live Streaming FanCode, Zee5

Match Preview

The Desert Vipers have been one of the standout teams of the tournament. They began the season in sensational form, winning six matches in a row and sitting comfortably at the top of the points table. Their winning streak was finally snapped by Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, who edged them out by just one run in a thrilling contest. Despite the loss, the Vipers remain a formidable unit with match-winners in every department.

Sharjah Warriorz had a rough start to their campaign, losing their first three matches. However, they showed great character by bouncing back with back-to-back victories, winning by six runs and 11 runs respectively. Led by Sikandar Raza, the Warriorz will look to continue their resurgence, though the tight schedule could play a key role in this encounter.

Head-to-Head Record: DV vs SWR

Team Matches Won
Desert Vipers (DV) 5
Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) 2
No Result 0

The Desert Vipers hold a clear advantage in previous meetings between the two sides.

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Weather & Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

  • Weather Report: The weather is expected to be partly cloudy, with little to no rain during the match. Temperatures should range between 21°C and 26°C, offering pleasant playing conditions.
  • Pitch Report: The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium generally favors teams batting second, as chasing becomes easier under lights. The surface is good for batting, and a high-scoring game could be on the cards. Bowlers, especially spinners, will need to rely on variations to control the run flow.

Probable Playing 11

Desert Vipers (DV) Playing 11

1. Max Holden, 2. Hasan Nawaz, 3. Sam Curran, 4. Shimron Hetmyer, 5. Tom Bruce, 6. Dan Lawrence, 7. Vriitya Aravind (wk), 8. Khuzaima Tanveer, 9. Lockie Ferguson (c), 10. Qais Ahmad, 11. Noor Ahmad

Impact Player: Fakhar Zaman

Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) Playing 11

1. Tom Kohler-Cadmore, 2. Johnson Charles, 3. Tom Abell, 4. Sikandar Raza (c), 5. James Rew (wk), 6. Dwaine Pretorius, 7. Harmeet Singh, 8. Ethan D’Souza, 9. Adil Rashid, 10. Taskin Ahmed, 11. Wasim Akram

Impact Player: Matheesha Pathirana

Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Prediction)

Considering current form, squad balance, and head-to-head record, Desert Vipers start as favourites. Their consistency throughout the tournament and better rest period give them an edge over the Warriorz, who are playing back-to-back matches.

However, Sharjah Warriorz have momentum on their side and could spring a surprise if their key players step up.

AI Match Prediction: Desert Vipers are likely to win Match 22 of ILT20 2025–26.

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