ILT20 2025: Match 28, MIE vs SWR Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between MIE vs SWR?

MI Emirates (MIE) will take on Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) in Match 28 of the DP World ILT20 2025, at the  Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, on January 2. After tasting two consecutive losses, MI Emirates managed to win back-to-back games to see themselves in the second spot in the points table. They would like to cement their spot by aiming for playoffs with a win against Sharjah. 

On the other hand, the middle of the tournament created problems for Warriorz, as they lost four games on the trot. They have made a resounding comeback winning their last two games by some big margins. As their Net Run Rate (NRR) is -0.541, they have no other option than winning their fixture against Emirates and making it to playoffs. 

Match Details

Pitch Report

The renowned Sheikh Zayed Stadium is a batter’s paradise and they have enjoyed batting on the surface with team totals crossing the 200-run mark. The pacers have struggled and the deck offers minimal assistance for the spinners.

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Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing 11s for MIE vs SWR

MI Emirates (MIE): 

Andre Fletcher, Muhammad Waseem, Tom Banton, Nicholas Pooran (c/wk), Romario Shepherd, Bevon Jacobs, Akeal Hosein, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Waqar Salamkheil, Alzarri Joseph.

Sharjah Warriorz (SWR):

Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Jason Roy, Tim Seifert (wk), Ethan DSouza, Harmeet Singh, Ashton Agar, Rohan Mustafa, Tim Southee(c), Adam Milne, Dilshan Madushanka, Adam Zampa.

Also Check: ILT20 2025 Squads

Probable Top Performers from MIE vs SWR

Probable Best Batter: Tom Banton

Tom Banton is the highest run scorer of the tournament. In nine games, he has scored 380 runs at an average of 47.50 and he has done so with a strike rate of 152.61. 

Probable Best Bowler: Fazalhaq Farooqi 

Pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi is the highest wicket-taker in the tournament so far. He has played nine matches so far and picked 19 wickets at an average of 13.95.

Also Check: ILT20 2025 Stats

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

Scenario 1

• MI Emirates win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 50-70
• MIE: 190-210
• MI Emirates win the match

Scenario 2

• Sharjah Warriorz win the toss and opt to bat first
• Powerplay: 50-70
• SWR: 180-200
• Sharjah Warriorz win the match

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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.