SWR vs DV Dream11 Prediction (ILt20, Match 28), in Sharjah Dec 26, 2025 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report

On December 26, 2025, at 8:00 PM IST, Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) will take on Desert Vipers (DV) in Match 28 of the International League T20 2025 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah. Get the best SWR vs DV Dream11 prediction, expert fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XIs, and in-depth match insights right here.
SWR vs DV ILT20 Match Info, Venue, Date
| Team | Sharjah Warriorz (SWR) vs Desert Vipers (DV) |
| Competition | International League T20 2025 |
| Date & Time | December 26, 2025, 8:00 PM |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| Live Stream | Zee Entertainment Network, ZEE5, FANCODE |
| Scorecard | SWR vs DV Live Score |
SWR vs DV Dream11 Team News & Head-to-Head Records
In the International League T20 2025 points table, Sharjah Warriorz currently sit at No. 6 after playing 9 matches, while Desert Vipers occupy the top position at No. 1, also having completed 9 games. The complete and updated points table for the tournament is provided below.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | Win Ratio | Last 5 Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Vipers | 9 | 7 | 2 | 14 | 77.78% | L,W,L,W,W |
| Sharjah Warriorz | 9 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 33.33% | L,W,L,L,W |
Sharjah Warriorz Team News & Preview
Sharjah Warriorz suffered a 6-wicket defeat against DC in their previous match. In that game, Johnson Charles played a solid innings, scoring 43 runs off 46 balls, while Monank Patel contributed a quick 24 off 13 deliveries. With the ball, Sikandar Raza picked up 2 wickets, while Taskin Ahmed claimed 1 wicket.
Johnson Charles, Monank Patel, and Tom Abell are expected to lead the top order for SWR and provide early momentum.
In the middle order, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Sikandar Raza, and James Rew will look to stabilize the innings and maintain control.
Ethan D’Souza, Adil Rashid, Harmeet Singh, and Tim Southee will add depth and finishing firepower in the lower middle order.
With the ball, Sikandar Raza and Taskin Ahmed are likely to open the attack and search for early breakthroughs.
During the middle overs, Harmeet Singh, Tim Southee, and Adil Rashid will aim to control the scoring rate and pick up crucial wickets.
Towards the death overs, Wasim Akram and Adil Rashid can be used to contain runs and restrict the opposition effectively.
Desert Vipers Team News & Preview
Desert Vipers lost by 4 wickets against MIE. In that match, Dan Lawrence played a brilliant knock, scoring 35 runs in 34 balls, while Max Holden added 20 runs off 18 balls. On the bowling side, Matiullah Khan and David Payne picked up 2 and 1 wickets respectively.
Fakhar Zaman, Max Holden and Hasan Nawaz are expected to open the innings and set the tone for DV.
Sam Curran, Dan Lawrence and Jason Roy will stabilise the middle order and look to rotate the strike.
Tom Bruce, Sanjay Pahal and Lockie Ferguson will handle the lower middle order and finish the innings strongly.
David Payne and Sanjay Pahal are expected to share the new ball and look for early wickets.
Lockie Ferguson, Dan Lawrence and Qais Ahmad will provide control through the middle phases of the innings.
Matiullah Khan and Fakhar Zaman can be used towards the back end of the innings to keep runs in check.
Head-to-Head Records
The Desert Vipers have consistently maintained a strong dominance over the Sharjah Warriorz across previous seasons of the International League T20 (ILT20).
| Matches | SWR Won | DV Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
Also read – SWR vs DV Player Battle & Head to Head Team Stats in T20 – 2025
SWR vs DV Probable Playing XI & Players to Watch
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Player to Watch for Sharjah Warriorz
- Top Batters: Johnson Charles, Sikandar Raza
- Top Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Sikandar Raza
Player to Watch for Desert Vipers
- Top Batters: Sam Curran, Max Holden
- Top Bowlers: Khuzaima Bin Tanvir, Noor Ahmad
SWR vs DV Pitch Report & Weather update for Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
Pitch Report — Sharjah Cricket Stadium traditionally offers a flat and quick surface in T20 cricket, with good pace and bounce that provides a fair contest for batters. While shot-making is rewarding, spinners generally find only average assistance as the innings progress. A typical par score here sits around 140 for a low total, 160 for a competitive score, and 180+ for a strong target.
Live Weather Update — Conditions are currently clear, which should favour clean stroke-making during the power play. However, winds of around 8.1 m/s could make aerial hitting slightly riskier, especially against the breeze.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Condition | Flat Track Pitch |
| Batting Condition | Average |
| Pace Bowling Condition | Pace & Bounce |
| Spin Bowling Condition | Average |
Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers Player Stats & Record 2025
SWR vs DV IL T20 Best Dream11 Team 2025

Captain & VC Choice for Today
For Small League
- Johnson Charles
- Sikandar Raza
- Sam Curran
- Max Holden
For Grand League
- Adil Rashid
- Khuzaima Bin Tanvir
- Noor Ahmad
- Dan Lawrence
FAQ – SWR vs DV IL T20 Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players For Sharjah Warriorz (SWR)?
Johnson Charles, Sikandar Raza, and Adil Rashid will be the key players for Team SWR.
Which are the Key Players For Desert Vipers (DV)?
Sam Curran, Max Holden, Khuzaima Bin Tanvir, and Noor Ahmad will be the key players for Team DV.
What’s the pitch report and weather update for Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah?
Sharjah’s pitch is a batter’s paradise with short boundaries and a flat surface, though it slows down, aiding spinners later. Expect clear, sunny skies (23°C) and no rain disruption.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s SWR vs DV match?
Johnson Charles, Sikandar Raza, Sam Curran, and Max Holden will be good options for C/VC.
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