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)
| Batters | R | B | 4S | 6S | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Mayers | 35 | 21 | 4 | 2 | 166.67 | |
| Andries Gous | 27 | 17 | 6 | 0 | 158.82 | |
| Michael-Kyle Pepper | 10 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 125.00 | |
| Charith Asalanka | 74 | 38 | 6 | 4 | 194.74 | |
| Alishan Sharafu | 36 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 171.43 | |
| Andre Russell | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 37.50 | |
| Jason Holder | 11 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 122.22 | |
| Extra | 7 (b 4, w 1, nb 2, lb 0) | |||||
| Total | 203/4 (20 ov) | |||||
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECON |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haider Ali-I | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6.00 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
| Scott Kuggeleijn | 3 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 13.33 |
| Obed McCoy | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Sikandar Raza | 4 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 6.00 |
| Zahir Khan | 3 | 0 | 39 | 0 | 13.00 |
| Gulbadin Naib | 1 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 18.00 |
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)
| Batters | R | B | 4S | 6S | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Rossington | 21 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 161.54 | |
| Shai Hope | 74 | 53 | 9 | 1 | 139.62 | |
| Gulbadin Naib | 80 | 47 | 4 | 5 | 170.21 | |
| Dasun Shanaka | 17 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 212.50 | |
| Extra | 15 (b 3, w 9, nb 2, lb 1) | |||||
| Total | 207/2 (19.5 ov) | |||||
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECON |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Willey | 3 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 9.33 |
| Kyle Mayers | 2 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 12.50 |
| Andre Russell | 3 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 12.67 |
| Jason Holder | 3.5 | 0 | 40 | 1 | 10.43 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 7.75 |
| Ali Khan | 3 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 9.33 |
| Ibrar Ahmed Shah | 1 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 13.00 |
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
