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DC vs RAN Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain Pick for 8th Match – Global Super League 2025

Shubham Sangale·
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DC vs RAN Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain picks for 8th Match – Global Super League 2025 – Dubai Capitals (DC) will face Rangpur Riders (RAN) in the 8th match of Global Super League 2025. In this article, we will suggest the top three contenders for captain and vice-captain positions on your Global Super League Dream11 Team.


DC vs RAN Match 8th, Global Super League 2025 Match Details:

  • League – Global Super League
  • Match – Dubai Capitals vs Rangpur Riders
  • Date & Time – 16 July 2025 at 7:30 PM
  • Venue – Providence Stadium, Guyana
  • Live Streaming – Fancode

DC vs RAN Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain Picks

As Dubai Capitals (DC) take on Rangpur Riders (RAN), selecting the right captain is crucial in Dream11 fantasy cricket. Based on recent performances and stats, here are the best captaincy choices for DC vs RAN. By selecting the right captain and vice-captain in Dream11, the chances of winning increase significantly. In this article, we will discuss the three best options for today’s match.

1. Kyle Mayers (Rangpur Riders) – Safe Captain Choice

Kyle Mayers is in explosive form, scoring 67 runs off just 42 balls in the last match. His dual role as a top-order batter and seam bowler makes him a dream pick for fantasy teams.

Why Pick Kyle Mayers?

  • Opened the innings and scored 67 (42) in the previous game

  • Capable of picking wickets as well with the ball

  • High strike rate and consistent points generator


2. Gulbadin Naib (Dubai Capitals) – High-Risk, High-Reward

As the captain of DC, Gulbadin Naib is always involved in the game. While his team is struggling, he brings immense experience and can make an impact with both bat and ball.

Why Pick Gulbadin Naib?

  • Bowled 4 overs for 31 runs in the last match

  • Expected to bat in the top 5

  • Leadership responsibility may boost performance


3. Khaled Ahmed (Rangpur Riders) – Reliable Vice-Captain

Khaled Ahmed is in sensational bowling form. With 4 wickets for 26 runs in the last game, he is a genuine wicket-taker and can change the game in just a few overs.

Why Pick Khaled Ahmed?

  • 4 wickets in the last match

  • Bowls in both powerplay and death overs

  • Economical and attacking with the ball


DC vs RAN Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain 8th Match Tips:

Scenario Preferences
Safe Captain Kyle Mayers
High-Risk, High-Reward Gulbadin Naib
Reliable Vice-Captain Khaled Ahmed
Differential Pick Qais Ahmad (DC spinner on slow surface)

DC vs RAN Probable Playing XI:

Dubai Capitals:
Gulbadin Naib (c), Sediqullah Atal, Rohan Mustafa, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Kadeem Alleyne, Jesse Bootan, Dominic Drakes, Aryaman Varma, Qais Ahmad, Kaleem Sana

Rangpur Riders:
Nurul Hasan (c & wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Soumya Sarkar, Kyle Mayers, Azmatullah Omarzai, Yasir Ali, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Rakibul Hasan, Tabraiz Shamsi, Khaled Ahmed

Note: The above playing XI is predicted and may change based on team announcements.

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