ILT20 2025: Predicting top 3 player battles for Eliminator

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) and Dubai Capitals (DC) will clash in the Eliminator of the ILT20 2025 tournament on January 1, 2026, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders played ten games in ILT20 2025 league stage, won four and dropped six games to finish with eight points, qualifying for the Eliminator round. 

The Dubai Capitals, meanwhile, competed in ten league games and won five games and lost five, totaling 10 points and qualifying for the Eliminator round.  

The winner of the Eliminator match will face the loser of Qualifier 2 on January 2 in Sharjah.

Here are the predicted top 3 player battles for the Eliminator match of ILT20 2025:

1. Phil Salt vs. Haider Ali

Phil Salt has fared well for Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, scoring 212 runs at a strike rate of 128.48 in nine games, with the best score of 72*. Salt has not fired as well as he would have liked to, and that has affected his effect a bit. This means Dubai Capitals has a chance to get him out early.

Haider Ali has scalped nine wickets at an economy of 5.60 in 10 games, with the best of 2/13. Ali possesses the guile and skills to deceive the best of the opposition batters. His wickets have come at a good economy rate as well, meaning he has kept the batters quiet.

2. Shayan Jahangir vs Jason Holder

Shayan Jahangir has scored 302 runs at a strike rate of 130.73 in 10 games, with the best score of 99. Jahangir has been the best batter for Dubai Capitals in the ongoing ILT20 2025 tournament. He has given stability to the DC team’s batting, and they have benefited from his cool and calm demeanor.

Jason Holder has scored 51 runs at a strike rate of 145.71 and has taken 12 wickets at an economy of 6.73 in eight games.  Holder has been excellent as both a leader and an all-rounder. He has made quick runs down the order, and his wickets have been either top-order wickets or main hitters in death overs.

3. Liam Livingstone vs Mohammad Nabi

Liam Livingstone has fared well, scoring 218 runs at a strike rate of 148.29 in 10 games, with the best score of 82*. Livingstone has hit runs at a furious pace, and it has benefitted his team in the ongoing tournament. This is a crucial match for ADKR, and he will want to do his best to qualify for the second qualifier match.

Mohammad Nabi has scored 130 runs and taken nine wickets at an economy of 6.12 in nine games. Nabi has done well with the ball in the ILT20 and has captained the Dubai Capitals nicely to take them into the Eliminator. He knows he has to perform to inspire his team to win this match and make it into Qualifier 2.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

For more exclusive updates, visit BJSports to access Exclusive News that is only for you, incisive analysis, and updates, and to keep up with all of the latest information on your favorite remarkable cricket players and teams. To ensure you never miss out, join in on the fun right away!