ILT20 2025: Match 17, MIE vs ADKR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between MIE vs ADKR?

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) will lock horns with MI Emirates (MIE) in Match 17 of the 2025 edition of the International League T20.

MI Emirates are placed at No. 2 on the points table, having won three and lost two games so far. The Nicholas Pooran-led side defeated Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in their most recent clash by 28 runs. The Knight Riders have not managed to defeat MI Emirates in three attempts so far in the league's history.

ADKR find themselves at No. 3 on the points table. They have played five matches so far. Sunil Narine and Co. have lost two games against table-toppers Desert Vipers and one against the Emirates. The Knights emerged victorious against Sharjah Warriorz and Gulf Giants.

Match Details

Click Here: MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Match 17 - Live Cricket Score

Pitch Report

Four games have been played so far in Abu Dhabi in ILT20 2025. Three out of them have been won by teams batting first. The average first innings score is around 175. Batters have enjoyed their time in the middle. The team that bats first will look to post a total of over 170.

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs

MI Emirates:

Muhammad Waseem, Kusal Perera, Tom Banton, Nicholas Pooran (c, wk), Kieron Pollard, Dan Mousley, Romario Shepherd, Akeal Hosein, Zahoor Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: 

Kyle Mayers, Andries Gous, Joe Clarke (wk), Michael Pepper, Alishan Sharafu, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (c), Laurie Evans, Jason Holder, David Willey, Ibrar Ahmad. 

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Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Tom Banton

The England batter has been in fine form in ILT20 2025. Tom Banton has amassed 207 runs from five innings at an average of 51.75 and a strike rate of 147.86. He has scored one century and one half-century so far in the tournament. Banton will look to continue his good form on Friday.

Probable Best Bowler: Fazalhaq Farooqi

The left-arm from Afghanistan is the leading wicket-taker in the tournament. Fazalhaq Farooqi is known for his exploits with the new ball but in this tournament, he has displayed his improvement in the death overs. From five matches, Faroozi has picked up 12 wickets at an average of 11.83. 

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Today's Match Prediction: MI Emirates to win the match

Scenario 1

MI Emirates win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 40-50

ADKR: 150-170

MI Emirates win the match

Scenario 2

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 50-60

MIE: 160-180

MI Emirates 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.