GG vs MIE 3rd Match Preview & Prediction: The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 match between Gulf Giants and MI Emirates will begin on Thursday, December 3, 2025, at 08:00 PM IST.
The Gulf Giants, who won the inaugural ILT20 season in 2022/23, have had a mixed performance since then – finishing third in 2023/24 and fifth in 2024/25.
Under the experienced leadership of James Vince, GG will aim to make a strong comeback this season. With proven match-winners like Moeen Ali, Azmatullah Umarzai, Tabrez Shamsi, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the Giants will be looking to start the campaign on a positive note.
MI Emirates, winners of the 2023/24 edition, have had a mixed performance throughout the rest of the season, but they remain one of the strongest teams in the league. Led by Kieron Pollard, MIE will rely heavily on their formidable line-up, which includes Nicholas Pooran, Jonny Bairstow, Shakib Al Hasan and premium pacers like Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq, as they aim to start the new season with a win.
In this article, we take a look at the GG vs MIE Match Preview, Pitch Report, Prediction, and Stats.
Match Details – GG vs MIE 3rd Match
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates, 3rd Match |
| Date | Thursday, 4th December 2025 |
| Time | 08:00 PM |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| Live Streaming | Zee Network TV channels or Zee5 (app and website) |
| Format | T20 |
GG vs MIE Team Preview & Analysis
Gulf Giants
Gulf Giants aim to bounce back after an underwhelming 2024/25 season. With a stable core and experienced leaders, GG remain one of the most balanced sides in the league. James Vince, their long-standing captain, will have a crucial role at the top.
All-round options like Moeen Ali, Kyle Mayers, and Azmatullah Omarzai provide depth, while Tabraiz Shamsi and Nuwan Thushara offer wicket-taking threats.
Key Players to Watch:
- James Vince
- Moeen Ali
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Azmatullah Omarzai
MI Emirates
MIE enter the season with confidence and star power. Their batting unit – Pooran, Bairstow, Pollard – is among the strongest in ILT20. The addition of seasoned all-rounders like Shakib Al Hasan and powerful seam options like Farooqi and Naveen-Ul-Haq makes them formidable.
Their squad has the right balance of explosiveness and control.
Key Players to Watch:
- Nicholas Pooran
- Kieron Pollard
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Shakib Al Hasan
GG vs MIE Predicted Playing XI
Gulf Giants:
Asif Khan, James Vince (C), Pathum Nissanka, Matthew Forde, Nuwan Thushara, Tabraiz Shamsi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kyle Mayers, Moeen Ali, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ishtiaq Ahmad
MI Emirates:
Muhammad Waseem, Ackeem Auguste, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-Ul-Haq, Kieron Pollard (C), Shakib Al Hasan, Romario Shepherd, Jonny Bairstow (WK), Nicholas Pooran, Zain Ul Abidin
GG vs MIE 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 03, 2025
| Time | Temp | Rain | Clouds | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 PM | 26°C | 0% | 40% | 11 km/h |
| 10:00 PM | 24°C | 0% | 45% | 10 km/h |
| 12:00 AM | 23°C | 0% | 50% | 8 km/h |
Conditions: Dry and pleasant; ideal for batting later in the evening.
GG vs MIE 3rd Match Win Prediction
| Team | Winning Chance | Key Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Giants | 50% | Balanced all-round unit |
| MI Emirates | 50% | Explosive batting + top-tier pace attack |
Prediction: Team chasing to win the match
