International League T20, 2025-26 | 20-Dec-2025 08:00 PM | Dubai International Cricket Stadium
SW 90/10 (17.5)
DV 91/6 (13.5)
Desert Vipers won by 4 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Bruce* | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 250 |
| Vriitya Aravind | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adil Rashid* | 2.5 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 5.65 |
| Harmeet Singh | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 9 |
Last Wicket:Jason Roy c Karthik b Adil Rashid 1(6) - 88/6 in 13.2 ov.
Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz
Sharjah Warriorz — Innings 1 (90/10 in 17.5 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Charles c Sam Curran b David Payne | 3 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Kohler-Cadmore b David Payne | 9 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 81.82 | |
| Abell not out | 35 | 36 | 3 | 0 | 97.22 | |
| James Rew c Dan Lawrence b David Payne | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ethan DSouza st Aravind b Noor Ahmad | 18 | 21 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 | |
| Raza (c) c Dan Lawrence b Sam Curran | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Karthik (wk) lbw b Khuzaima Tanveer | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60 | |
| Pretorius c Fakhar Zaman b Khuzaima Tanveer | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 | |
| Harmeet Singh lbw b Noor Ahmad | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 | |
| Adil Rashid c Noor Ahmad b Naseem Shah | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.67 | |
| Taskin Ahmed c Khuzaima Tanveer b Naseem Shah | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 5 | NoBalls: 3 | Wides: 5 | Total: 13 | |||||
| Total | 90 | 10 wkts, 17.5 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Wasim Akram | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Payne | 4 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 3.5 |
| Khuzaima Tanveer | 3 | 0 | 19 | 2 | 6.3 |
| Naseem Shah | 2.5 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 4.2 |
| Dan Lawrence | 4 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 4.8 |
| Noor Ahmad | 3 | 0 | 18 | 2 | 6 |
| Sam Curran | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Charles & Kohler-Cadmore | 9 | 14 |
| Abell & Kohler-Cadmore | 12 | 14 |
| Abell & James Rew | 8 | 12 |
| Abell & Ethan DSouza | 33 | 35 |
| Abell & Raza | 6 | 5 |
| Abell & Karthik | 3 | 5 |
| Abell & Pretorius | 3 | 4 |
| Abell & Harmeet Singh | 10 | 8 |
| Abell & Adil Rashid | 3 | 7 |
| Abell & Taskin Ahmed | 3 | 3 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J Charles | 2.2 | 9 |
| 2 | Kohler-Cadmore | 4.4 | 21 |
| 3 | James Rew | 6.4 | 29 |
| 4 | Ethan DSouza | 12.3 | 62 |
| 5 | Raza | 13.2 | 68 |
| 6 | Karthik | 14.1 | 71 |
| 7 | Pretorius | 14.5 | 74 |
| 8 | Harmeet Singh | 16.1 | 84 |
| 9 | Adil Rashid | 17.2 | 87 |
| 10 | Taskin Ahmed | 17.5 | 90 |
Desert Vipers — Innings 2 (91/6 in 13.5 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman c Kohler-Cadmore b Taskin Ahmed | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Max Holden c Adil Rashid b Pretorius | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 88.89 | |
| Hasan Nawaz c Karthik b Taskin Ahmed | 10 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 90.91 | |
| Sam Curran (c) c Kohler-Cadmore b Raza | 37 | 31 | 5 | 0 | 119.35 | |
| Dan Lawrence c Raza b Harmeet Singh | 14 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 100 | |
| Jason Roy c Karthik b Adil Rashid | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.67 | |
| Tom Bruce not out | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 250 | |
| Vriitya Aravind (wk) not out | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100 | |
| Extras | NoBalls: 1 | Wides: 1 | Total: 2 | |||||
| Total | 91 | 6 wkts, 13.5 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Khuzaima Tanveer, Noor Ahmad, David Payne, Naseem Shah | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sikandar Raza | 2 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 8 |
| Taskin Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 20 | 2 | 5 |
| Wasim Akram | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Dwaine Pretorius | 2 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 5 |
| Adil Rashid | 2.5 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 5.6 |
| Harmeet Singh | 2 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 9 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman & Max Holden | 7 | 8 |
| Hasan Nawaz & Max Holden | 13 | 13 |
| Sam Curran & Max Holden | 10 | 9 |
| Sam Curran & Dan Lawrence | 38 | 35 |
| Sam Curran & Roy | 9 | 6 |
| Tom Bruce & Roy | 11 | 9 |
| Tom Bruce & Aravind | 3 | 3 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fakhar Zaman | 1.2 | 7 |
| 2 | Hasan Nawaz | 3.3 | 20 |
| 3 | Max Holden | 4.6 | 30 |
| 4 | Dan Lawrence | 10.5 | 68 |
| 5 | Sam Curran | 11.5 | 77 |
| 6 | Jason Roy | 13.2 | 88 |
Match Info
| Match | Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriors |
|---|---|
| Series | International League T20, 2025-26 |
| Time | 20-Dec-2025 08:00 PM |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium Dubai |
| Seating Capacity | 25000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode,Zee5 |
Match Preview: Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriors (VIP vs SWR)
Desert Vipers will face Sharjah Warriors in a thrilling match on 20-Dec-2025 in International League T20, 2025-26. The match will be played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium at 08:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode,Zee5.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for VIP vs SWR Match 22 Match
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium’s pitch offers an equitable platform for both batters and bowlers. The fast bowlers enjoy significant swing and are expected to capitalize on the new ball during the initial phase of the game. On the other hand, spinners face challenges in getting a firm grip due to the even surface. However, batters will have the upper hand beyond the initial overs for most of the game on this track. The team winning the coin toss should consider opting to bowl first at this venue.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Dubai, AE will be cloudy. The temperature is expected to around 24°C on the match day with 59% humidity and 22.5 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are 79% chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Desert Vipers is known for its strong batting and bowling, while Sharjah Warriors 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 Dubai International Cricket Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Desert Vipers will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while Sharjah Warriors will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Desert Vipers batting and Sharjah Warriors 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 Desert Vipers showcase its strengths, or will Sharjah Warriors pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode,Zee5 on 20-Dec-2025 to find out the answer!
