International League T20, 2025-26 | 09-Dec-2025 08:00 PM | Sheikh Zayed Stadium
DV 159/4 (20)
MIE 158/9 (20)
Desert Vipers won by 1 run
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan* | 13 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 162.5 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Payne* | 4 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 7.25 |
| Khuzaima Tanveer | 4 | 0 | 34 | 2 | 8.5 |
Last Wicket:AM Ghazanfar run out (Aravind) 0(0) - 158/9 in 20.0 ov.
MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers
Desert Vipers — Innings 1 (159/4 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman c Tom Banton b AM Ghazanfar | 35 | 31 | 4 | 0 | 112.9 | |
| Andries Gous retd hurt | 21 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 140 | |
| Max Holden retd out | 42 | 37 | 3 | 0 | 113.51 | |
| Sam Curran c Tom Banton b AM Ghazanfar | 19 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 100 | |
| Hetmyer c Tom Banton b Fazalhaq Farooqi | 15 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 166.67 | |
| Dan Lawrence not out | 15 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 187.5 | |
| Hasan Nawaz not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | Byes: 1 | Wides: 10 | Total: 11 | |||||
| Total | 159 | 4 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Aravind (wk), Lockie Ferguson (c), Khuzaima Tanveer, Noor Ahmad, David Payne | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Woakes | 3 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 7.3 |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 3 | 0 | 27 | 1 | 9 |
| AM Ghazanfar | 4 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 8 |
| Romario Shepherd | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 8 |
| Tajinder Dhillon | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 5.5 |
| Zahoor Khan | 4 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 9.2 |
| Rashid Khan | 2 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 6.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman & Gous | 39 | 30 |
| Fakhar Zaman & Max Holden | 51 | 37 |
| Sam Curran & Max Holden | 28 | 29 |
| Sam Curran & Hetmyer | 18 | 10 |
| Dan Lawrence & Hetmyer | 21 | 13 |
| Dan Lawrence & Hasan Nawaz | 2 | 1 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fakhar Zaman | 11.1 | 90 |
| 2 | Max Holden | 16 | 118 |
| 3 | Sam Curran | 17.4 | 136 |
| 4 | Hetmyer | 19.5 | 157 |
MI Emirates — Innings 2 (158/9 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Waseem b Khuzaima Tanveer | 24 | 21 | 3 | 0 | 114.29 | |
| Jonny Bairstow c Hetmyer b Khuzaima Tanveer | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 114.29 | |
| Tom Banton c Hasan Nawaz b David Payne | 34 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 117.24 | |
| Nicholas Pooran (wk) c Hetmyer b Sam Curran | 31 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 106.9 | |
| Kieron Pollard (c) c Hasan Nawaz b David Payne | 23 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 176.92 | |
| Tajinder Dhillon c Sam Curran b Lockie Ferguson | 17 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 242.86 | |
| Romario Shepherd c Hasan Nawaz b David Payne | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25 | |
| Rashid Khan not out | 13 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 162.5 | |
| Chris Woakes b David Payne | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| AM Ghazanfar run out (Aravind) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 1 | Wides: 6 | Total: 7 | |||||
| Total | 158 | 9 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Fazalhaq Farooqi, Zahoor Khan | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Payne | 4 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 7.2 |
| Khuzaima Tanveer | 4 | 0 | 34 | 2 | 8.5 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 5.8 |
| Sam Curran | 3 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 10.7 |
| Noor Ahmad | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 7.8 |
| Dan Lawrence | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Waseem & Bairstow | 14 | 12 |
| Muhammad Waseem & Tom Banton | 42 | 31 |
| Pooran & Tom Banton | 42 | 40 |
| Pollard & Tom Banton | 3 | 6 |
| Pollard & Dhillon | 41 | 16 |
| Pollard & Shepherd | 1 | 4 |
| Pollard & Rashid Khan | 1 | 3 |
| Woakes & Rashid Khan | 0 | 2 |
| AM Ghazanfar & Rashid Khan | 14 | 6 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonny Bairstow | 1.6 | 14 |
| 2 | Muhammad Waseem | 7.1 | 56 |
| 3 | Nicholas Pooran | 13.5 | 98 |
| 4 | Tom Banton | 14.5 | 101 |
| 5 | Tajinder Dhillon | 17.3 | 142 |
| 6 | Romario Shepherd | 18.1 | 143 |
| 7 | Kieron Pollard | 18.4 | 144 |
| 8 | Chris Woakes | 18.6 | 144 |
| 9 | AM Ghazanfar | 20 | 158 |
Match Info
| Match | MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers |
|---|---|
| Series | International League T20, 2025-26 |
| Time | 09-Dec-2025 08:00 PM |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium Abu Dhabi |
| Seating Capacity | 20000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode,Zee5 |
Match Preview: MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers (MIE vs VIP)
MI Emirates will face Desert Vipers in a thrilling match on 09-Dec-2025 in International League T20, 2025-26. The match will be played at Sheikh Zayed Stadium at 08:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode,Zee5.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report for MIE vs VIP Match 9 Match
The surface at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The seamers from the team bowling first generally get a hint of movement off the pitch, with batting becoming easier as the game progresses. However, the spinners don't get significant assistance and must be accurate in their line and length to succeed at this venue.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Abu Dhabi, AE will be clean. The temperature is expected to around 24°C on the match day with 59% humidity and 37.5 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
MI Emirates is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Desert Vipers remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in International League T20, 2025-26.
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. MI Emirates will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Desert Vipers will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between MI Emirates batting and Desert Vipers bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will MI Emirates showcase its strengths, or will Desert Vipers pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode,Zee5 on 09-Dec-2025 to find out the answer!
