Get the best DCP vs MIE preview, match 18 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and data for the 18th match of ILT20 2025. Expert examination and more with Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates.
DCP vs MIE Match 18 Prediction
Dubai Capitals clash with MI Emirates today at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both ILT20 teams have won 2 out of 5 matches, showing similar form levels. This DCP vs MIE prediction suggests a tight contest between even sides.
Capitals started poorly losing twice but bounced back with consecutive wins recently. However, Desert Vipers beat them narrowly in their last contest. Emirates have been alternating between wins and losses, which shows their inconsistent form. As former champions they struggle to find rhythm in ILT20 this season.
Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Dubai’s pitch heavily favours teams chasing targets, as 6 of 8 games proved. Captains winning tosses will definitely choose to bowl first here tonight. Run-scoring becomes easier once batsmen settle into their innings on this track.
Set batsmen can attack bowlers freely, making this a high-scoring venue consistently. Clear weather at 25.3°C with 59% humidity ensures full completion today.
Your today’s Dream11 playing XI should include aggressive middle-order batsmen who finish strongly. Fantasy cricket tips say pick finishers who can accelerate in death overs.
Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 8
Dubai Capitals: 5
MI Emirates: 3
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Dubai Capitals (DCP) Playing XI
Leus du Plooy
Shayan Jahangir
Gulbadin Naib
Jordan Cox
Rovman Powell
David Willey
Dasun Shanaka (c)
Mohammad Nabi
Muhammad Jawadullah
Mustafizur Rahman
Waqar Salamkheil
MI Emirates (MIE) Playing XI
Muhammad Waseem
Jonny Bairstow
Nicholas Pooran
Tom Banton
Kieron Pollard (c)
Tajinder Dhillon
Romario Shepherd
Rashid Khan
Allah Ghazanfar
Fazalhaq Farooqi
Zahoor Khan
DCP vs MIE Dream11 Team Prediction
Wicketkeeper: Jonny Bairstow, Nicholas Pooran (c)
Batsmen: Jordan Cox, Tom Banton
All-rounders: Romario Shepherd, Gulbadin Naib (vc), Dasun Shanaka, Mohammad Nabi
Bowlers: Mustafizur Rahman, Waqar Salamkheil, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Captain Choices for Fantasy Picks
- Nicholas Pooran smashes bowling attacks making him a perfect fantasy captain choices pick
- Gulbadin Naib provides all-round value ideal for doubling captain choices points today
Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates Preview: Dream11 Players to Avoid
- Akshay Wakhare may not feature in the playing XI tonight
- Tymal Mills might sit out this encounter
This DCP vs MIE Preview suggests an exciting encounter in the ILT20 2025 season. Match and pitch will favors the chasing side. Win probability suggests DCP have 48% chances to win and 52% for MI.
