ILT20 2025 Match 20: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals – Match Highlights and Scorecard

Dubai Capitals beat Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by 8 wickets in the 20th match of the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025.

Dubai Capitals claimed a thrilling 8-wicket victory against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the 20th match of the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025. Gulbadin Naib’s explosive 80 off 47 balls played a pivotal role in their successful chase of 204 at Dubai International Stadium.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Post a Strong Total

Batting first, the Knight Riders put up an imposing 203-4 in their 20 overs. Charith Asalanka led the charge with a scintillating 74 off 38 balls, smashing six fours and four sixes. Kyle Mayers provided a quick start with 35 off 21, while Alishan Sharafu chipped in with 36 before retiring hurt.

Dubai Capitals’ bowlers struggled to contain the aggressive batting, though Sikandar Raza (2/24) provided some relief with his economical spell.

Gulbadin Naib Powers Capitals to Victory

Chasing 204, the Capitals lost Adam Rossington (21 off 13) early, but Shai Hope anchored the innings with an unbeaten 74 off 53 balls. The highlight of the chase, however, was Gulbadin Naib’s blistering knock of 80 from 47 deliveries, which included 4 fours and 5 sixes. His aggressive stroke play turned the game in the Capitals’ favor.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals Full Match Scorecard

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: 203/4 (20 overs)

BattersRB4S6SSR
Kyle Mayers352142166.67
Andries Gous271760158.82
Michael-Kyle Pepper10810125.00
Charith Asalanka743864194.74
Alishan Sharafu362151171.43
Andre Russell380037.50
Jason Holder11901122.22
Extra7 (b 4, w 1, nb 2, lb 0)
Total203/4 (20 ov)
BowlersOMRWECON
Haider Ali-I10606.00
Dushmantha Chameera403719.25
Scott Kuggeleijn3040013.33
Obed McCoy403518.75
Sikandar Raza402426.00
Zahir Khan3039013.00
Gulbadin Naib1018018.00

Fall of wickets: 1-63 (Andries Gous – 5.3 ov), 2-69 (Kyle Mayers – 6.3 ov), 3-82 (Michael-Kyle Pepper – 8.2 ov), 4-189 (Charith Asalanka – 17.5 ov)

Dubai Capitals: 207/2 (19.5 overs)

BattersRB4S6SSR
Adam Rossington211340161.54
Shai Hope745391139.62
Gulbadin Naib804745170.21
Dasun Shanaka17821212.50
Extra15 (b 3, w 9, nb 2, lb 1)
Total207/2 (19.5 ov)
BowlersOMRWECON
David Willey302809.33
Kyle Mayers2025012.50
Andre Russell3038112.67
Jason Holder3.5040110.43
Sunil Narine403107.75
Ali Khan302809.33
Ibrar Ahmed Shah1013013.00

Fall of wickets: 1-41 (Adam Rossington – 4.2 ov), 2-176 (Gulbadin Naib – 17.2 ov)


Match Result: Dubai Capitals won by 8 wickets

Player of the Match: Gulbadin Naib