Get the best DV vs GG preview, match 8 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 8th match of ILT20 2025. Expert examination and more with Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants.
DV vs GG Match 8 Prediction
Desert Vipers clash with the Gulf Giants today at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams enter this ILT20 match unbeaten after winning their opening two games. This DV vs GG prediction promises a thriller between two confident sides.
Vipers look strong with Shimron Hetmyer smashing runs and spinners Noor Ahmed and Qais Ahmed taking wickets. Giants rely heavily on Pathum Nissanka who has been destroying bowling attacks consistently. Both teams want to keep their winning streak alive in match 8 today.
Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Dubai’s pitch starts slowly, making big hitting difficult in the early overs. However, conditions improve as the game progresses making batting easier gradually. Average scores sit around 162 runs in recent matches at this ground.
The dew affects the second innings helping teams chase targets more comfortably here. Clear weather at 21°C with 43% humidity means perfect cricket conditions today. Your fantasy cricket tips include picking bowlers who can exploit the pitch early. Build your playing XI around players who perform in pressure situations consistently.
Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 8
Desert Vipers: 5
Gulf Giants: 3
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Desert Vipers (DV) Playing XI
Sam Curran (c)
Fakhar Zaman
Andries Gous
Dan Lawrence
Shimron Hetmyer
Hasan Nawaz
Khuzaima Tanveer
Qais Ahmad
Naseem Shah
Noor Ahmad
Matiullah Khan
Gulf Giants (GG) Playing XI
Moeen Ali (c)
Pathum Nissanka
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Gerhard Erasmus
Azmatullah Omarzai
Tom Moores
Liam Dawson
Aayan Afzal Khan
Mark Adair
Haider Razzaq
Nuwan Thushara
DV vs GG Fantasy Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Andries Gous, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batsmen: Pathum Nissanka (vc), Fakhar Zaman, Dan Lawrence
All-rounders: Sam Curran (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Moeen Ali
Bowlers: Naseem Shah, Noor Ahmad, Nuwan Thushara
Captain Choices for Fantasy Picks
- Sam Curran delivers with bat and ball offering maximum fantasy points
- Pathum Nissanka scores heavily and looks unstoppable this ILT20 season
Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants Preview: Players to Avoid
- Ramon Simmonds may not feature in the playing XI today
- Zohaib Zubair might miss out on team selection for DV vs GG
This DV vs GG Preview suggests an exciting match for the ILT20 2025 season. Match will favors the chasing side. Win probability suggests DV have 55% chances to win and 45% for GG.
