Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and Dubai Capitals will be taking on each other in the 29th match of the ILT20 2025. The game will be taking place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on the 2nd of February 2025 at 7:30 PM (IST). Both teams will be hoping to claim a win as it can enhance their chances in the tournament. While the Capitals are in the fourth spot in the table, the Knight Riders are just a spot below them.
The Knight Riders and the Capitals have had a similar journey in the tournament so far. While Abu Dhabi has 3 wins and 5 losses from their 8 matches with a run rate of 0.000, the Capitals have four wins and losses each in their 8 matches with a negative net run rate of -0.629. This might indirectly be a Knockout game for both sides as a loss would mean a dent in their chances of entering the playoffs.
Here is the predicted playing XI of Dubai Capitals for their game against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20 2025 –
Top Order – Adam Rossington (Impact Player), Shai Hope (WK), and Gulbadin Naib

Dubai Capitals has a worrisome top-order batting. Adam Rossington and Shai Hope are likely to continue to open the innings for their side. In their previous match against Sharjah Warriorz, Rossington shined with his 37(23). Shai Hope, unfortunately, played a criminal knock of 45(52) which cost his team the match. Gulbadin Naib might bat at 3 who can contribute as a batter and as a bowler.
Middle Order – Dasun Shanaka, Khalid Shah, and Sikandar Raza (C)

The middle order of the Capitals has the likes of Dasun Shanaka, Khalid Shah, and Sikandar Raza. While neither of them batted well in their previous game, they can be trusted to deliver the goods when their team needs their service the most. Raza has led the side well but needs to step up as a performer. Their performance depends on how good of a start the top order gives them to mount the innings on.
Lower Middle Order – Rovman Powell, Najibullah Zadran, and Haider Ali

The lower middle order of the Capitals has the likes of Rovman Powell, Haider Ali, and Najibullah Zadran. The latter replaced Scott Kuggeleijn in the side and might have to prove his worth by finishing. Rovman finished well in the previous game with his 32(16). Haider has to step up for his side in a virtual must-win game. Their finishing will be important for the Capitals to gain a big win to improve their net run rate.
Bowlers – Obed McCoy, Zahir Khan, and Dushmantha Chameera

The bowling attack of the Capitals has been good. Dushmantha Chameera can claim wickets with the new ball. To support him at the other end are Zahir Khan and Obed McCoy. The latter will bring unique skills to the attack with his variations. The All-rounders will be key for the Capitals to pick wickets in the middle overs phase. They have to give the best performance of the season against the Knight Riders.
Dubai Capitals’s playing XI against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20 2025 –
Shai Hope (WK), Gulbadin Naib, Dasun Shanaka, Khalid Shah, Sikandar Raza (C), Rovman Powell, Najibullah Zadran, Haider Ali, Obed McCoy, Zahir Khan, Dushmantha Chameera, Adam Rossington (Impact Player).