Dubai Capitals triumphed over Desert Vipers by six wickets in a riveting contest on the Dubai Worldwide Cricket Stadium, securing a much-needed win in Match 13 of the Worldwide League T20 2025. The Capitals chased down a modest goal of 140 with ease, because of a stellar efficiency by Gulbadin Naib, who was named Participant of the Match for his excellent all-round contribution.
Desert Vipers end at 139
After opting to bowl first, the Capitals’ bowlers made a right away affect, limiting the Desert Vipers to a below-par complete of 139. The Vipers struggled to construct partnerships as wickets fell at common intervals.
Alex Hales top-scored with 34 runs off 31 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes. Sherfane Rutherford contributed a useful 27 off 24, together with one 4 and three sixes, whereas Dan Lawrence chipped in with 24 runs. Nonetheless, the remainder of the batting lineup didn’t capitalize, with Sam Curran, Azam Khan and Tanish Suri unable to make important contributions.
The Capitals’ bowlers delivered a disciplined efficiency. Zahir Khan and Dushmantha Chameera have been the standouts, taking three wickets every. Zahir Khan, although barely costly, broke key partnerships, whereas Chameera’s late strikes wrapped up the innings effectively. Haider Ali, Obed McCoy, Sikandar Raza and Gulbadin Naib every chipped in with a wicket to maintain the stress on the Vipers.
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Gulbadin Naib takes Dubai Capitals house
The Capitals began their chase shakily, shedding early wickets as Ben Dunk, Shai Hope and Khalid Shah departed cheaply. At 42/3, the chase seemed precarious, however Gulbadin Naib anchored the innings with a scintillating knock.
Naib smashed 78 not out off 51 balls, that includes three fours and 5 towering sixes, showcasing each composure and aggression. His partnership with Raza, who contributed 24 off 26, steadied the innings and took the sport away from the Vipers. Najibullah Zadran offered a peaceful end with 10 runs off 10. The Capitals reached the end line in 17.4 overs with 6 wickets in hand.
For the Vipers, Lockie Ferguson was the choose of the bowlers, claiming two wickets for 29 runs in his 4 overs. Mohammad Amir bowled with precision, taking one wicket for 31 runs in 3.4 overs. Regardless of their efforts, the full proved too small to defend.
Dubai Capitals gained by 6 wickets
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