ILT20: Match 29, MIE vs DCP Match Prediction – Who will win today’s ILT20 match between MIE vs DCP?

MI Emirates are set to lock horns with Dubai Capitals in Match 29 of the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, December 16.

It is worth noting that the two faced each other in Match No.18 of this season, with Emirates winning that clash by seven runs.

The Kieron Pollard-led team is currently holding the second spot in the standings and is coming off a four-match winning streak. A win in this contest will confirm their qualification for the playoffs.

On the other hand, the Dubai-based team is only one position below their opposition, as they are placed third in the standings. This game will be important for them as they hope to extend their position in the standings and confirm their berth in the playoffs.

MIE vs DCP Match Details

Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi Pitch Report

The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is a bit slow in the beginning, and we don't get to see many high-scoring games. However, as the tournament progressed, the pitches improved, and captains who win the toss on this venue usually choose to chase. The average score at this ground in the last two matches has been 157. So, a similar score is expected in this match as well. Dew can play an important role in the second innings.

MIE vs DCP Head-to-Head Record

MIE vs DCP Predicted Playing XIs

MI Emirates (MIE):

Muhammad Waseem, Tom Banton, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Nicholas Pooran(w), Kieron Pollard(c), Shakib Al Hasan, Romario Shepherd, Arab Gul Momand, Allah Ghazanfar, Zahoor Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Dubai Capitals (DCP):

Sediqullah Atal, Shayan Jahangir(w), Jordan Cox, Leus du Plooy, James Neesham, Mohammad Nabi(c), David Willey, Muhammad Jawadullah, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil, Mustafizur Rahman

Probable Top Performers from MIE vs DCP

Probable Best Batter: Jordan Cox

Dubai Capitals' Jordan Cox has been in exceptional form during this edition of ILT20 and is currently leading the list of the tournament's leading run-scorers, with a tally of 298 runs in nine innings at an average of 42.57 and a strike rate of 128.44. The 25-year-old will be looking to continue in the same manner and get his team to a flying start.

Probable Best Bowler: Khuzaima Waqar Salamkheil

Dubai Capitals' Waqar Salamkheil could be the bowler to watch out for in the upcoming contest against the MI Emirates. In the ongoing season, he has already picked 17 wickets and leads the wicket-taking charts. With the tournament moving towards its final phase, Salamkheil's performance in this game will be crucial, as Capitals are close to confirming their qualification.

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