ILT20 UAE 2024, VIP vs EMI: Match Prediction, Dream11 Team, Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report | Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates

The International T20 League (ILT20) 2024 is set for an exciting clash as the Desert Vipers gear up to take on the formidable MI Emirates in Match 15 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

MI Emirates, currently perched atop the points table, have been a dominant force in the tournament so far, securing four victories out of five matches. In contrast, the Desert Vipers find themselves languishing at the bottom of the points table, having managed just one win in their four outings.

The upcoming clash is crucial for both teams, with MI Emirates aiming to consolidate their position at the summit while the Desert Vipers seek to climb up the rankings with a much-needed win.

ILT20 2024, Match 15:

• Date and time: January 30; 02:30 pm GMT | 08:00 pm IST | 06:30 pm local
• Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:

The cricket pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium ensures an equitable battle between batters and bowlers. Initially, fast bowlers, particularly when armed with the new ball, can exploit significant swing conditions. In contrast, spinners may find it challenging to maintain a secure grip due to the pitch’s consistent behavior. However, as the game progresses, batters are expected to seize control, dictating the proceedings on this surface for the most part.

VIP vs EMI Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Nicholas Pooran
• Batters: Tim David, Adam Hose, Muhammad Waseem
• All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Dwayne Bravo, Shadab Khan
• Bowlers: Trent Boult, Shaheen Afridi, Akeal Hosein, Luke Wood

VIP vs EMI Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Trent Boult (vc)
Choice 2: Nicholas Pooran (c), Shaheen Afridi (vc)

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VIP vs EMI Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Rohan Mustafa, Matheesha Pathirana, Andre Fletcher, Ambati Rayudu

VIP vs EMI Dream11 Team for today’s match (Jan 30, 02:30 pm GMT):

Squads:

Desert Vipers: Colin Munro (c), Adam Hose, Azam Khan (wk), Shadab Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Wanindu Hasaranga, Aryan Lakra, Shaheen Afridi, Rohan Mustafa, Luke Wood, Matheesha Pathirana, Alex Hales, Tymal Mills, Mohammad Amir, Dinesh Chandimal, Nathan Sowter, Bas de Leede, Michael Jones, Gus Atkinson, Karthik Meiyappan, Ali Naseer, Tanish Suri, Sheldon Cottrell, Tom Curran, Daniel Lawrence

MI Emirates: Muhammad Waseem, Andre Fletcher, Nicholas Pooran (c and wk), Ambati Rayudu, Tim David, Dwayne Bravo, Akeal Hosein, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Waqar Salamkheil, Trent Boult, Kusal Perera, Corey Anderson, Odean Smith, Zahoor Khan, Jordan Thompson, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Nosthush Kenjige, Dan Mousley, Asif Khan, Will Smeed, McKenny Clarke

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