ILT20 2025: Match 5, DV vs GG Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between DV vs GG?

The ILT20 2025 continues the action with Desert Vipers taking on Gulf Giants in the fifth game of the tournament at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, January 14.

The Vipers are currently  on top the ILT20 standings, with two points to their name after a seven-wicket win in their tournament opener against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. On the other hand, the Giants lost the only game they have played so far to Sharjah Warriorz by three wickets, occupying the fifth place in the standings.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The surface at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is preferred by the batters. A high-scoring clash could be possible and opting to bat first after winning the toss could be a wise decision. 

Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing 11s for DV vs GG

Desert Vipers:

Alex Hales, Fakhar Zaman, Dan Lawrence, Sam Curran, Sherfane Rutherford, Tanish Suri (wk) , Ali Naseer, Lockie Ferguson (c), Nathan Sowter, Luke Wood, Mohammad Amir

Gulf Giants: 

Adam Lyth, James Vince (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jordan Cox,  Shimron Hetmyer, Oliver Robinson (wk), Mark Adair, Saghir Khan, Aayan Khan, Daniel Worrall, Tymal Mills, Blessing Muzarabani

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Probable Top Performers from DV vs GG

Probable Best Batter: Dan Lawrence 

Desert Vipers’ Dan Lawrence could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Gulf Giants. With a knock of 70 runs in 39 deliveries in his last game, a lot will be expected from Lawrence against the Giants.

Probable Best Bowler: Mohammad Amir

Desert Vipers’ Mohammad Amir could be the best bowler in the next game against Gulf Giants. With 13 wickets in his last nine matches, Amir’s performance could be key for Vipers.

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Today's Match Prediction: Desert Vipers to win the match

Scenario 1

Desert Vipers win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 40-50

DV: 155-175

Desert Vipers win the match

Scenario 2

Gulf Giants win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay: 30-40

GG: 130-150

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.