Get the best SW vs ADKR preview, match 2 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 2nd match of ILT20 2025. Expert examination and more with Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
SW vs ADKR Preview Match 2 Details
Sharjah Warriorz face Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on December 3 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. This SW vs ADKR Preview looks at the second match of the ILT20 2025 season. The Warriorz play at home which gives them a good advantage.
Last season told different stories for both teams in the tournament. Sharjah finished third on the table but lost in Qualifier 2. Abu Dhabi struggled badly and ended at the bottom spot with poor results. Their head-to-head record stays level with two wins each side.
The team that handles pitch conditions better will likely win this contest. Home advantage and squad depth make Sharjah the favourites for this ILT20 2025 clash.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
Sharjah’s pitch loves batsmen who can hit through the line. Last year’s ILT20 2025 saw first innings scores of around 165 runs here. Teams chasing have won 100 out of 183 matches at this ground.
The weather stays pleasant with clear skies and temperatures between 21-26°C. Captains winning the toss usually bowl first because chasing works better here.
Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 4
Sharjah Warriorz: 2
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: 2
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Sharjah Warriorz (SW) Playing 11
Tim Southee (C)
Tom Kohler-Cadmore
Tim David
Tom Abell
Sikandar Raza
Dinesh Karthik
Dwaine Pretorius
Junaid Siddique
Harmeet Singh
Nathan Sowter
Saurabh Netravalkar
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) Playing 11
Jason Holder (C)
Phil Salt
Sunil Narine
Michael-Kyle Pepper
Alishan Sharafu
Liam Livingstone
Sherfane Rutherford
Andre Russell
Ibrar Ahmed
George Garton
Mayank Chaudhary
SW vs ADKR Fantasy Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Phil Salt (captain), Michael-Kyle Pepper
Batsmen: Sherfane Rutherford, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tim David
All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Sunil Narine, Sikandar Raza (vice-captain)
Bowlers: Jason Holder, Saurabh Netravalkar, Junaid Siddique
Dream11 Team Today: Key Players to Watch
SW Key Players to Watch:
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore – brings solid opening batting form to the team
- Tim David – can hit massive sixes in the death overs
- Dinesh Karthik – adds experience behind the stumps and with the bat
- Sikandar Raza – offers quality all-round skills with bat and ball
ADKR Key Players to Watch:
- Philip Salt – attacks bowlers from ball one at the top
- Andre Russell – provides explosive power-hitting and useful bowling spells
- Sunil Narine – mystifies batsmen with his tricky spin variations
- Liam Livingstone – delivers match-winning performances in pressure situations
Fantasy Tips Captain Choices
- Philip Salt looks in great touch and can score big runs
- Tim David offers high fantasy points with his aggressive batting style
Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Preview: Players to Avoid
- Olly Stone may not get selected in the final playing eleven
- Adil Rashid might sit out of this SW vs ADKR Preview match
This SW vs ADKR Preview suggests a good contest. The match will favors the chasing side. Win probability suggests SW have 57% chances to win and 43% for ADKR.
