ILT20: Match 23, GG vs DCP Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between GG vs DCP?

Gulf Giants (GG) square off against Dubai Capitals (DCP) in match No. 23 of the ongoing International League T20 (ILT20). This clash will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday, December 21.

James Vince-led Giants have played seven matches so far, winning three and losing four. They find themselves at No. 3 on the points table. The Giants, however, are going through a lean phase, having lost three games in a row. They will look to bounce back strongly on Sunday.

On the other hand, Dubai Capitals also have three wins and four defeats in their kitty. However, they have a better net run rate (NRR) of +0.874 compared to the Gulf Giants' +0.109. After losing two consecutive games, the Capitals returned to winning ways on Friday against Sharjah Warriorz.

GG vs DCP Match Details

Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report

The average first-innings total in the four matches that have been played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium this season has been around 191. Three out of the four games have been won by teams batting first. The pitches have generally been good for batting. Boundaries are also on the smaller side and fans can expect a run-fest on Sunday.

GG vs DCP Head to Head Record

GG vs DCP Predicted Playing XIs

Gulf Giants (GG):

Pathum Nissanka, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), James Vince (C), Moeen Ali, Azmatullah Omarzai, Sean Dickson, Matthew Forde, Asif Khan, Aayan Khan, Chris Wood, Fred Klaassen.

Dubai Capitals (DCP):

Sediqullah Atal, Shayan Jahangir (WK), Jordan Cox, Leus du Plooy, Rovman Powell, Mohammad Nabi, Dasun Shanaka (C), David Willey, Jawadullah, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil.

Probable Top Performers from GG vs DCP

Probable Best Batter: Pathum Nissanka

Patham Nissanka is the leading run-getter in the tournament so far. In six innings, he has scored 243 runs at an average of 40.50 and a strike rate of 186.92. The Sri Lankan stalwart will be the batter to watch out for.

Probable Best Bowler: Waqar Salamkheil

Waqar Salamkheil is way ahead of the others on the list of leading wicket-takers this season. In seven games, he has accounted for 15 wickets at an average of 13.73. The Afghanistan spinner will have to play a key role for his team on Sunday.

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