ILT20 2023: Match 12, VIP vs GUL Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between Desert Vipers and Gulf Giants?

Table toppers Desert Vipers (VIP) will take on the second-placed Gulf Giants (GUL) in the 12th match of the inaugural ILT20 edition. The top-of-the-table clash will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, January 22. Both sides are on a three-match winning streak and are yet to taste defeat in the competition so far.

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Colin Munro's Desert Vipers head into the contest after back-to-back wins against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Meanwhile, the Gulf Giants also annihilated the Dubai Capitals by 101 runs in their previous encounter to make it three wins in three.

Match Details:

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Date & Time: January 22, 3:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Zee Network, ZEE5

Pitch Report:

The surface in Dubai has seen some high-scoring affairs in the tournament so far, with the teams batting first holding an advantage in the contest. Although the wicket is pretty flat and offers very less assistance to the bowlers, the slower bowlers might come into the fray in the latter stages of the match.

Probable Playing XIs for VIP vs GUL:

Desert Vipers (VIP):

Rohan Mustafa, Alex Hales, Colin Munro (c), Sam Billings (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Benny Howell, Wanindu Hasaranga, Tom Curran, Sheldon Cottrell, Gus Atkinson, Shiraz Ahmed

Gulf Giants (GUL):

James Vince (c), Rehan Ahmed, Chris Lynn, Gerhard Erasmus, Shimron Hetmyer, David Wiese, Ashwanth Chidambaram (wk), Liam Dawson, Chris Jordan, Sanchit Sharma, Richard Gleeson

Probable Best Performers from VIP vs GUL

Probable best batter: Alex Hales 

It is the battle of two Englishmen in the run-scoring charts as Alex Hales and James Vince fight it out for the top spot. But it is the former who is winning the battle, for now, thanks to a swashbuckling century, the first of the tournament, in his previous outing.

Probable best bowler: Chris Jordan

Gulf Giants' Chris Jordan is having a brilliant tournament with the ball. The Englishman has bagged six wickets in just three matches and is the leading wicket-taker in the competition. His all-round abilities has made him an invaluable asset to the team.

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

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