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Part 3 of the International T20 League 2025 the season will be seen Giants of the Gulflocking horns with Sharjah Warriors at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (January 12). This meeting sets the stage for a battle between two teams with very contrasting records in the history of the tournament.
Gulf Giants Renovation: Building on a Solid Foundation
Despite their impressive performances in the inaugural and second seasons, winning the championship in the first edition and reaching the semi-finals last year, the Giants made bold moves ahead of the ILT20 2025 season. The team opted for a partial reconstruction, retaining only six players from the previous squad. This strategic decision allowed them to bring in new match winners like Jamie Smith i Ibrahim Zadran. These acquisitions add depth and versatility to their lineup, further cementing their reputation as a team with pedigree and ambition.
Sharjah Warriors: Aiming for Redemption
Instead, the Warriors enter the season with tempered expectations after finishing fifth and sixth in the last two editions. However, their revamped squad hints at a possible resurgence. The Warriors have a well-balanced side this time around, with explosive batsmen like Jason Roy i Bhanuka Rajapaksa forming the backbone of their batting line-up. Complementing this firepower is a formidable bowling unit that features Adil Rashidis cunning and Adam Milnethe rhythm With a mix of experienced international stars and up-and-coming talent, Sharjah Warriors have assembled a squad capable of competing with the best, making them a strong team in the tournament.
Match details: ILT20 2025, Match 03
- Date and time: January 12, 14:00 GMT/ 19:30 IST/ 18:00 local
- Place: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Ground Report:
The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium offers a balance for both batsmen and bowlers. Early on, fast bowlers get a chance to take considerable swing with the new ball, while spinners may face challenges due to the steady nature of the track, which affects their grip. However, as the game develops, the batsmen are likely to assert control, influencing most of the dynamics of the match. With these factors in mind, the team that wins the coin toss could consider choosing to play first at this spot.
GG vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Carriers: Tim Seifert, Kusal Mendis
- Beaters: James Vince, Jason Roy, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Ibrahim Zadran
- Versatile: Rohan Mustafa, Mark Adair, Daniel Sams
- Bowlers: Tim Southee, Chris Jordan
GG vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain:
- Option 1: Rohan Mustafa (c), Mark Adair (vc)
- Option 2: James Vince (c), Jason Roy (vc)
READ also: meInternational League T20 (ILT20) Teams 2025: List of Players and Captains of the Six Teams
GG vs SWR Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Shimron Hetmyer, Adam Lyth, Ethan D’Souza, Harmeet Singh
GG vs SWR Dream11 Team for today’s match (January 12, 14:00 GMT):
Equipment:
Giants of the Gulf:
Aayan Afzal Khan, Blessing Muzarabani, Chris Jordan, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gerhard Erasmus, James Vince, Jordan Cox, Mohammad Zuhaib Zubair, Rehan Ahmed, Shimron Hetmyer, Adam Lyth, Dominic Drakes, Daniel Worrall, Dushan Hemantha, Ibrahim Zadran, Mark Adair , Ollie Robinson, Tim David, Tom Curran, Tymal Mills, Muhammad Saghir Khan, Muhammad Uzair Khan, Wahidullah Zadran
Sharjah Warriors:
Dilshan Madushanka, Johnson Charles, Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah, Kusal Mendis, Luke Wells, Peter Hatzoglou, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tim Southee, Adam Milne, Adil Rashid, Ashton Agar, Avishka Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Daniel Sams, Ethan D’ Souza, Harmeet Singh, Jason Roy, Karim Janat, Keemo Paul, Matthew Wade, Rohan Mustafa, Tim Seifert, Traveen Mathew, Virandeep Singh
