DP World ILT20 2025: Final, DC vs DV Match Prediction – Who will win today’s DP World ILT20 match between DC vs DV?

Dubai Capitals (DC) square off against Desert Vipers (DV) in the DP World ILT20 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, February 9.

Dubai Capitals finished second at the end of the round-robin phase of the tournament and defeated Desert Vipers by five wickets, chasing down a 190-run target off the last ball in Qualifier 1. The Vipers went on to defeat Sharjah Warriorz in Qualifier 2 by seven wickets as they chased down 163 runs in 16.4 overs.

Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers have faced each other on three occasions. The former has won all the three games. The overall head-to-head between the two sides is 5-0 in favour of the Capitals.

Dubai Capitals have won six out of their last seven games. Meanwhile, the Vipers lost two consecutive matches before their win against the Warriorz.

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Match Details

Pitch Report

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to produce a run-fest on Sunday. Teams have enjoyed batting at this venue, especially in recent matches. Chasing has also been more fruitful at this venue. Seamers can find some movement with the new ball, but that will only last a couple of overs. Toss could play a huge role in the final.

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs for DC vs DV

Dubai Capitals (DC)

Adam Rossington, Shai Hope (wk), David Warner, Gulbadin Naib, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka, Sikandar Raza, Dushmantha Chameera, Haider Ali, Farhan Khan, Qais Ahmad

Desert Vipers (DV)

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Alex Hales, Max Holden, Daniel Lawrence, Azam Khan (wk), Sam Curran (c), Ali Naseer, Khuzaima Tanveer, David Payne, Nathan Sowter, Mohammad Amir

Probable Top Performers from DC vs DV

Probable Best Batter: Shai Hope

The West Indies ODI skipper has been in excellent form in the DP World ILT20 2025. In 11 matches, he has amassed 484 runs at an average of 60.50 and a strike rate of 125.71. He has registered three fifties and one century this season. Hope can drop anchor and also change gears when required. The Capitals will hope that he continues his purple patch in the final.

Probable Best Bowler: Dushmantha Chameera

Dushmantha Chameera has bowled well this season, having picked up 13 wickets from nine games at an average of 21.92 and a strike rate of 15.08. The Sri Lankan speedster has an economy rate of 8.72, which is slightly on the higher side, but Capitals won't mind as long as he can take important wickets.

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Today's Match Prediction: Chasing team to win the match

Scenario 1

• Dubai Capitals win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 45-55
• DV: 160-170
• Dubai Capitals win the match

Scenario 2

• Desert Vipers win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 50-60
• DC: 170-180
• Desert Vipers win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author's understanding, analysis, and instinct. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.