GSL 2025: Match 1, CS vs DC Match Prediction – Who will win today’s GSL match between CS vs DC?

Central Districts are set to lock horns with Dubai Capitals in Match No. 1 of the ongoing GSL 2025 at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday, July 10.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 10 Jul 2025, 13:10 IST

3 Min Read

Central Districts (CS) square off against Dubai Capitals (DC) in match No. 1 of the Global Super League (GSL) 2025 at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on Thursday, July 10.

This is the first time that Central Districts are set to feature in the GSL. Districts last featured in the Plunket Shield 2024-25, where they finished fourth in the table, after winning three out of eight games.

Meanwhile, Dubai Capitals are also making their debut in the league. The team qualified for the tournament after winning the ILT20 2025, defeating Desert Vipers in the summit clash.


Match Details

Match Central Districts vs Dubai Capitals, Match 1, GSL 2025
Venue Providence Stadium, Guyana
Date & Time Thursday, July 10, 7:30 PM (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details Fancode (app & website)

Pitch Report

The surface at Providence Stadium in Guyana assists the batters. While the ball does the talking in the initial overs, the batters are expected to dominate the overall game. In 35 T20 games played at this venue, 17 times teams batting first have emerged victorious. With an average first-inning score of 128 runs, the side winning the toss will look to bowl first.


Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first time these two sides will go against each other in this league.


Predicted Playing XIs

Central Districts

Tom Bruce(c), Will Young, William Clark, Josh Clarkson, Dane Cleaver(w), Doug Bracewell, Ajaz Patel, Matthew Forde, Angus Schaw, Curtis Heaphy, Jayden Lennox

Dubai Capitals

Sediqullah Atal, Niroshan Dickwella(w), Jordan Johnson, Shakib Al Hasan, Gulbadin Naib, Rovman Powell(c), Dominic Drakes, Qais Ahmad, Kaleem Sana, Khalid Shah, Jesse Bootan


Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Rovman Powell

Rovman Powell has just the perfect temperament to come good in slow conditions such as those presented in Guyana. The Jamaica-born will be well-versed with the conditions and look to make the most of them. In 21 matches played at this venue, Powell has managed to score 357 runs at an average of 23.80.

Probable Best Bowler: Jayden Lennox

Jayden Lennox could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against the Dubai Capitals. In the recent Plunket Shield, Lennox bagged 24 wickets in six matches. The spinner will have the responsibility to provide breakthroughs to his team at regular intervals. 


Today's Match Prediction: Team Bowling First to win the match

Central Districts vs Dubai Capitals, Match 1

Scenario 1

  • Central Districts win the toss and opt to bowl first.
  • Powerplay: 30-35
  • DC: 130-135
  • Central Districts win the match.

Scenario 2

  • Dubai Capitals win the toss and opt to bowl first.
  • Powerplay: 35-40
  • CS: 135-140
  • Dubai Capitals win the match.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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