GG vs ADKR Match Prediction : 30th Match, International League T20, 2025-26
GG vs ADKR Win Probability
40%
GG
60%
ADKR
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders To Win, 1.57
The Gulf Giants are in a terrible slump, having lost their last five consecutive matches.
The Abu Dhabi top order is firing, with Alex Hales and Alishan Sharafu consistently finding runs, whereas the Giants' batting lineup has been fragile.
An unsettled lineup, out of form players, and results going the opposite way make the Gulf Giants the clear team to bet against in this contest.
GG vs ADKR Betting Tips
1st Innings Method of Dismissal - Caught
In the powerplay, openers will look to exploit the field restrictions by taking the aerial route. This high-risk approach often leads to mishits landing in the hands of fielders inside the circle or on the boundary. Statistically, the "Caught" dismissal is the most frequent outcome for opening wickets at this venue.
A Fifty to be scored in the match
The Dubai surface has been conducive to batting once players get their eye in. With the high stakes of this final league game, top-order batters will be looking to anchor the innings. Given that nearly every contest this season has produced at least one half-century, backing a batter to cross the 50-run mark is a safe, value bet.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
Gulf Giants
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
The race for the playoffs in the 2025 International League T20 reaches its climax. Two hopefuls, the Gulf Giants and the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, lock horns in the 30th and final match of the league stage. This crucial encounter takes place under the lights at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on December 28, 2025.
This preview breaks down the key match parameters, predictions, and pitch conditions to help you place smarter bets.
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Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Head-to-Head Record
These two franchises have faced off five times in T20 cricket. The rivalry is closely contested, but the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders currently hold a narrow advantage, leading the head-to-head record 3-2.
Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Live-streaming and Broadcast
Here is the broadcast and streaming information for the ILT20 (International League T20)
USA: Willow TV.
India: Zee Network (TV) and ZEE5 (Live Streaming).
Pakistan: Tapmad (Streaming), A Sports, and Geo Super (TV).
Bangladesh: T Sports (TV and App) and Toffee.
UAE: DP World ILT20 Official YouTube (likely), Cricbuzz, Starzplay, Abu Dhabi TV, and Dubai TV.
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.
GG vs ADKR Team Previews
Gulf Giants
Both teams arrive at this fixture with nearly identical records—three wins and six losses from nine games—leaving them tied on six points. However, the Gulf Giants sit in fourth place thanks to a superior net run rate of -0.161, compared to the Knight Riders' -0.805 in fifth. Despite their recent struggles, both sides remain mathematically alive for a playoff spot.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been the standout performer for the Giants' batting unit. The Afghan opener has accumulated 246 runs in nine innings at an average of 27.33 and a brisk strike rate of 152.79. He is well-supported by Pathum Nissanka, who has been in excellent touch, scoring 243 runs in just six games at an average of 40.5 and a strike rate of 186.92.
On the bowling front, Azmatullah Omarzai has been the chief destroyer, claiming 12 wickets in his last six matches with an impressive strike rate of 11.5. He will be partnered by Mark Adair, who has taken six wickets in his previous seven outings.
Gulf Giants Expected Playing 11
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, James Vince (c), Moeen Ali, Gerhard Erasmus, Azmatullah Omarzai, Pathum Nissanka, Tom Moores†, Liam Dawson, Aayan Afzal Khan, Mark Adair, Haider Razzaq.
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Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
While their record mirrors the Giants, the Knight Riders enter this match with slightly more confidence, having defeated the Giants earlier in the tournament. However, they are coming off back-to-back losses against the Warriorz and MI Emirates. Their most recent defeat to the Warriorz was a heartbreaker, losing by four wickets on the final legal delivery of the match.
English opener Alex Hales remains the key to their batting fortunes. He has tallied 218 runs in nine matches at an average of 24.22 and a strike rate of 135.4. Alishan Sharafu has also been a steady contributor, adding 201 runs across his last ten appearances.
In the bowling department, Ajay Kumar is spearheading the attack with 14 wickets in his last nine games, boasting a strike rate of 15. Veteran all-rounder Jason Holder continues to be effective, picking up 11 wickets in his last eight matches.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Expected Playing 11
Phil Salt, Michael Pepper†, Alex Hales, Liam Livingstone, Alishan Sharafu, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder (c), Ajay Kumar.
GG vs ADKR Toss Prediction
History at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium heavily favors the chasing side. Out of 163 domestic T20s played here, the team batting second has won 101 times. Given this overwhelming trend and the dew factor likely later in the evening, the captain winning the toss will almost certainly elect to field first.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Dubai generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. It is known as a low-to-medium scoring venue where bowlers, both pacers and spinners, get assistance early on. Batters will need to apply themselves before accelerating.
The weather is forecasted to be pleasant with temperatures around 24°C and zero chance of rain, ensuring a full 40 overs of play.
GG vs ADKR: Who Will Win?
While the league table suggests these teams are evenly matched, momentum plays a huge role in cricket. The Gulf Giants are currently on a five-match losing streak, indicating a crisis of confidence. Conversely, the Knight Riders have already beaten the Giants this season and have shown better fight in their recent narrow losses.
Considering the head-to-head advantage and the Giants' dismal form, the value lies with Abu Dhabi.
Bet on Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to win.
