GG vs DV 12th T20: Team Analysis, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Match Prediction | ILT20 2025

GG vs DV 12th Match Preview & Prediction: The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 match between Gulf Giants and Desert Vipers will begin on Friday, December 7, 2025, at 08:00 PM IST.

Gulf Giants are currently in second place with three wins out of four matches and are coming off a confidence-boosting victory. On the other hand, Desert Vipers are undefeated with four consecutive wins and are at the top of the points table. Both teams are in excellent form, so this match under the floodlights in Dubai is expected to be thrilling.

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

Match Details – GG vs DV 12th Match

GG vs DV Team Preview & Analysis

Gulf Giants

Gulf Giants are in solid form, winning three of their four matches so far. Their batting has been extremely consistent, with Pathum Nissanka leading the way with exceptional performances. James Vince and Moeen Ali add experience and stability to the batting lineup.

Azmatullah Omarzai has been outstanding with the ball, picking up wickets in every match. In the powerplay, Nuwan Thushara and Mark Adair provide sharp pace and control upfront.

Key Players to Watch:

• Pathum Nissanka
• Moeen Ali
• Azmatullah Omarzai

Desert Vipers

Desert Vipers are the only unbeaten team in the tournament, winning all four matches. Their batting unit has been explosive, with Fakhar Zaman and Andries Gous leading from the front.

In the middle order, Sam Curran and Shimron Hetmyer provide firepower, while Lockie Ferguson leads the bowling attack with pace and control. Noor Ahmad adds an X-factor with his wrist spin.

Key Players to Watch:

• Fakhar Zaman
• Sam Curran
• Lockie Ferguson

GG vs DV Predicted Playing XI

Gulf Giants:

Pathum Nissanka, Tom Moores (wk), James Vince (C), Moeen Ali, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gerhard Erasmus, Liam Dawson, Aayan Afzal Khan, Mark Adair, Haider Razzaq, Nuwan Thushara

Desert Vipers:

Fakhar Zaman, Andries Gous (wk), Max Holden, Sam Curran, Dan Lawrence, Shimron Hetmyer, Hasan Nawaz, Vriitya Aravind, Lockie Ferguson (C), Khuzaima Tanveer, Noor Ahmad

GG vs DV Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Dubai is known for high-scoring games with a flat deck and quick outfield. Fast bowlers get little assistance, while spinners come into play in the middle overs.

• Pitch Type: Balanced, slightly batting-friendly

• Average 1st Innings Score: 157

• Spinners: Get turn & grip

• Fast Bowlers: Need variations

Toss Prediction: Bowl first

Weather Forecast -Dubai, Dec 12, 2025

Conditions:

• No rain
• Dew likely
• Good for chasing
• Batting gets easier later

GG vs DV 12th Match Win Prediction

Prediction:

Team bowling first to win

(A slight edge to chasing due to dew)

Both teams are in top form, and this contest could go down to the final overs.