MIE vs DV Dream11 Prediction, The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 moves into high gear as MI Emirates lock horns with the Desert Vipers in the 9th match at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Both teams come with strong squads filled with international stars, making this a perfect battle for fantasy players to score big in Dream11 contests.
The match begins at 8:00 PM LOCAL and 2:30 PM GMT, with the surface in Abu Dhabi expected to support hitters once the ball gets older.
Match Details
| Match | MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers, 9th Match – ILT20 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Date | 09 December 2025 |
| Time | 8:00 PM LOCAL |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Format | T20 |
MIE vs DV Pitch Report – Sheikh Zayed Stadium
The Abu Dhabi surface is traditionally:
- Slow and two-paced early
- Very good for batting after 5–6 overs
- Ideal for pacers who bowl slower balls
- Spinners get grip during the middle overs
Fantasy Strategy:
- Prioritize top-order batters
- Must pick 3–4 pace bowlers
- All-rounders provide maximum Dream11 value
Weather Forecast
Clear skies with no rain threat. Seam bowlers may enjoy slight grip under lights.
Team Squads (As Per Screenshot Data)
Desert Vipers Squad
Fakhar Zaman, Andries Gous (wk), Max Holden, Sam Curran (c), Dan Lawrence, Shimron Hetmyer, Hasan Nawaz, Khuzaima Tanveer, Naseem Shah, Vritya Aravind, David Payne, Noor Ahmad, Sanjay Pahal, Matiullah Khan, Tom Bruce, Qais Ahmad, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Lockie Ferguson, Wanindu Hasaranga, Faisal Khan, Bilal Tahir, Tawanda Muyeye
MI Emirates Squad
Muhammad Waseem, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Nicholas Pooran, Tom Banton, Shakib Al Hasan, Kieron Pollard (c), Tajinder Dhillon, Romario Shepherd, AM Ghazanfar, Naveen-ul-Haq, Zahoor Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Noshthush Kenjige, Andre Fletcher, Chris Woakes, Kamindu Mendis, Usman Khan Shinwari, Arab Gul Momand, Zain Ul Abidin, Mohamed Shafeeq, Akeem Auguste, Jordan Thompson
Probable Playing XI
Desert Vipers
- Fakhar Zaman
- Max Holden
- Dan Lawrence
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Sam Curran (c)
- Andries Gous (wk)
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Qais Ahmad
- Noor Ahmad
- Naseem Shah
- Lockie Ferguson
MI Emirates
- Muhammad Waseem
- Jonny Bairstow (wk)
- Nicholas Pooran
- Tom Banton
- Kieron Pollard (c)
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Romario Shepherd
- Chris Woakes
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Jordan Thompson
Top Fantasy Picks (Dream11 Must-Haves)
Batters
- Fakhar Zaman (DV): Known for fast starts in UAE conditions
- Muhammad Waseem (MIE): Best UAE T20 opener
- Jonny Bairstow (MIE): High strike-rate and wicketkeeper points
All-Rounders
- Sam Curran (DV): Captain, contributes in all phases
- Wanindu Hasaranga (DV): Premium wicket-taker
- Kieron Pollard (MIE): Death-over hitter + part-time overs
Bowlers
- Fazalhaq Farooqi (MIE): Excellent with new ball
- Lockie Ferguson (DV): Pace threat
- Naveen-ul-Haq (MIE): Slower balls effective in Abu Dhabi
MIE vs DV Dream11 Prediction – Small League Team
Wicketkeeper: Jonny Bairstow, N Pooran (C)
Batters: Fakhar Zaman, Muhammad Waseem, Tom Banton
All-rounders: Sam Curran, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kieron Pollard, Shakib Al Hasan, D Lawrence (VC)
Bowlers: Fazalhaq Farooqi, Lockie Ferguson, Naveen-ul-Haq
MIE vs DV Dream11 Grand League Team
Wicketkeepers: Bairstow, Andries Gous
Batters: Hetmyer, Waseem
All-rounders: Hasaranga, Sam Curran (C), Pollard, Romario Shepherd (VC)
Bowlers: Ferguson, Farooqi, Jordan Thompson
Match Prediction
Both teams have strong all-round options, but:
Desert Vipers have a slight edge due to their more versatile bowling attack (Naseem, Ferguson, Hasaranga, Qais).
However, MI Emirates can win if Bairstow–Pooran fire early.
Predicted Winner: Desert Vipers (Narrow win)
FAQs
1. Who should be captain for Dream11?
Sam Curran is the safest high-value option.
2. Who is the top differential pick?
Romario Shepherd – can take wickets plus hit big in death.
3. Which pitch type suits which team?
DV benefits more from spin + pace mix; MIE benefits from pure pace.
4. Which players are safest for Small Leagues?
Sam Curran, Hasaranga, Bairstow, and Farooqi are the most reliable performers and rarely fail in UAE conditions.
5. Who are the best risky choices for Grand Leagues?
Tom Banton, Qais Ahmad, Jordan Thompson, and Fakhar Zaman can deliver big but are inconsistent—ideal for GLs.
6. What is the best combination for Dream11?
A 7–4 combination (7 players from the stronger team + 4 from the other) usually works. For this game:
Recommended: 4 MIE + 7 DV or 5 MIE + 6 DV.
7. Who can provide surprise bowling points?
Naveen-ul-Haq with slower balls at the death, and Qais Ahmad with sharp googlies in the middle overs.
8. Is this a high-scoring or low-scoring match?
Abu Dhabi usually produces 150–175 scores, but dew can push totals to 180+ in the second innings.
9. Which team should you pick more bowlers from?
Desert Vipers – because they have wicket-taking options like Naseem, Ferguson, Noor, Hasaranga.
10. Should you pick two wicketkeepers?
Yes, in Grand League.
Bairstow + Gous can maximize catches/stumpings and add batting points.
11. Who are the best captain/vice-captain choices?
Captain: Sam Curran / Hasaranga
Vice-Captain: Pollard / Bairstow / Farooqi
12. Who can be the best captain for risky players?
Shimron Hetmyer – if he gets going, he can score 60+ in 30 balls.
13. Which bowler is likely to take early wickets?
Fazalhaq Farooqi – he swings the new ball dangerously in UAE.
14. Which spinner can turn the match?
Wanindu Hasaranga – his variations trouble batters on slow Abu Dhabi pitches.
15. Does dew affect second innings bowling?
Yes, dew can assist chasing teams by making the ball skid, reducing spin grip.
16. Should Dream11 users go for more all-rounders?
Absolutely. All-rounders give dual points through batting + bowling and maximize Dream11 success.
17. Who is the best bowler pick for death overs?
Naveen-ul-Haq (MIE) and Ferguson (DV) both bowl at the death and can pick 2–3 wickets.
18. Which team is better for chasing on this pitch?
Teams chasing at Abu Dhabi usually have better success due to dew and easier batting conditions later.
