DCP vs ADKR 7th T20: Team Analysis, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Match Prediction | ILT20 2025

DCP vs ADKR 7th Match Preview & Prediction: The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 match between Dubai Capitals and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders will begin on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 08:00 PM IST.

Both teams are coming off defeats, and the pressure is mounting early in the season. Dubai Capitals are yet to win, while Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have performed well but have failed to close out matches. Both teams have big-hitting powerhouses, and Dubai’s pitch is flat, so expect another high-scoring thriller.

In this article, we take a look at the DCP vs ADKR Match Preview, Pitch Report, Prediction, and Stats.

Match Details – DCP vs ADKR 7th Match

DCP vs ADKR Team Preview & Analysis

Dubai Capitals

Dubai Capitals are the defending champions, but their start has been shocking – two losses on the trot. Their batting hasn’t fired collectively, and they need their top order to step up in this matchup.

Shayan Jahangir and Sediqullah Atal will be key to setting the tone, while Dasun Shanaka, Jordan Cox, Rovman Powell, and David Willey hold big finishing power.

With the ball, Mustafizur Rahman and Waqar Salamkheil need to strike early if DC want control.

Key Players to Watch:

• Dasun Shanaka

• David Willey

• Mustafizur Rahman

• Rovman Powell

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have shown flashes – smashing 233 in their win vs Sharjah Warriors, but their death bowling cost them the last match. The side has serious firepower with Alex Hales, Philip Salt and Andre Russell up top.

Skipper Sunil Narine will rely on his spinners to control the middle overs, while Ajay Kumar has been impressive with 3 wickets in the last outing.

Key Players to Watch:

• Alex Hales

• Philip Salt

• Andre Russell

• Sunil Narine

DCP vs ADKR Predicted Playing XI

Dubai Capitals:

Sediqullah Atal, Shayan Jahangir (WK), Jordan Cox, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka (C), David Willey, Gulbadin Naib, Haider Ali, Mustafizur Rahman, Waqar Salamkheil, James Neesham

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders:

Philip Salt, Alex Hales, Alishan Sharafu, Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Unmukt Chand (WK), Sunil Narine (C), Ajay Kumar, Olly Stone, Piyush Chawla

DCP vs ADKR Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

The pitch in Dubai is generally bowler-friendly at first, allowing fast bowlers to move and spinners to get a grip. Batsmen should apply themselves and avoid dangerous shots. The average score here is around 140, which is competitive if the bowlers do well.

Pitch Type: Balanced but bowler-friendly

Average first innings score: 140-150

Fast bowling: Good early movement

Spin bowling: Effective in the middle overs

Toss Prediction: Bowl first – Chasing teams often benefit from dew

Weather Forecast -Dubai, Dec 07, 2025

Conditions:

• Dry, no rain
• Excellent for batting
• Dew helps chasing

DCP vs ADKR 7th Match Win Prediction

Prediction:

• Dubai Capitals to win
• Team chasing is more likely to win due to the dew and the flat surface.