ILT20 2023: Match 3, ABD vs GUL Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between ABD vs GUL?

The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ABD) will be locking horns with the Gulf Giants (GUL) in the third match of the International League (ILT20) 2023 at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, January 15. The hosts will be looking to bounce back after their defeat against the Dubai Capitals in their last game.

The Knight Riders were decimated by the Capitals by a mammoth 73 runs in the curtain-raiser and the heavy loss has affected their team’s overall net run rate. They currently occupy the second position in the points table with a dismal NRR of -3.650.

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Thus, the Sunil Narine-led side will need to play an outstanding brand of cricket for making improvements in their net run rate and for remaining in the top two. The Gulf Giants, on the other hand, are yet to kickstart their campaign and would be hoping to start the proceedings with a win under their belt. 

Match Details

Venue: Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Date & Time: January 15, 3:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Zee Network and ZEE5

Pitch Report

The surface at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium is ideally a good batting surface . A total in the range of 175-185 can turn out to be a match-winning one. However, with this being an afternoon game, the captain winning the toss will look to bat first.

Predicted XIs for ABD vs GUL

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders:

Paul Stirling, Sunil Narine (c), Brandon King, Colin Ingram, Fahad Nawaz, Andre Russell, Zawar Farid, Connor Esterhuizen (wk), Akeal Hosein, Ravi Rampaul, Ali Khan

Gulf Giants:

James Vince (c),Tom Banton (wk), Chris Lynn, Shimron Hetmyer, David Wiese, Liam Dawson, Ollie Pope, Chris Jordan, Qais Ahmed, Richaed Gleeson, Dominic Drakes.

Probable Best Performers from ABD vs GUL

Probable best batter: Paul Stirling

All eyes will once again be on dynamic opener Paul Stirling to provide a brisk start  for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Stirling was the one man show for the Knight Riders in their last game against the Dubai Capitals. He scored a valiant half-century in his side’s failed run chase of 188. The Irish power-hitter had laid a solid foundation by scoring a 38-ball 54.

Probable best bowler: Ravi Rampaul

Ravi Rampaul would be expected to showcase yet another consistent performance with the ball in hand. He had picked up a couple of wickets in the last game against the Dubai Capitals finishing with figures of 2/36 from his four overs at an economy of nine. The veteran Windies medium-pacer will be looking forward to showcasing an even better performance this time around.

Today’s Match Prediction: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders 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.