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The Gulf Giants returned to winning ways in the International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 with a commanding six-wicket win over the Sharjah Warriorz in the 10th Match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The victory was set up by disciplined bowling and expertly finished by the Giants’ captain and their in-form all-rounder.
Innings 1: Warriorz Post Competitive Total
After Gulf Giants captain James Vince won the toss and elected to field, the Sharjah Warriorz managed to put up a competitive total of 157 runs for the loss of six wickets.
- Solid Foundation: The Warriorz benefited from important contributions from Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Kusal Mendis, who provided a crucial top-order platform on the large Dubai ground.
- Discipline from Giants: The Giants’ pace attack, featuring the likes of Nuwan Thushara and the impactful all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai, executed their plans well, ensuring the Warriorz never quite broke free despite having the dangerous Tim David and Sikandar Raza in their lineup. Spinner Aayan Afzal Khan also proved highly economical, squeezing the scoring rate in the middle overs.
Innings 2: Vince and the Finishers Guide the Chase
Chasing 158 for victory, the Gulf Giants’ batting line-up, featuring the tournament’s top run-scorers, ensured the target was reached with six wickets and two balls to spare.
Captain’s Knock: Skipper James Vince anchored the chase beautifully. Alongside the power of opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Vince laid the stable foundation the chase required, maintaining a necessary scoring rate against the disciplined spin of Adil Rashid (1/21) and the pace of Tim Southee (1/34).
The Final Push: The victory was ultimately sealed by the finishing ability of the Giants’ lower order. Azmatullah Omarzai and Gerhard Erasmus ensured there were no late jitters, with Omarzai hitting a crucial six off Tim Southee in the final two overs to power the team to 158/4 in 19.4 overs.
The win allows the Gulf Giants to consolidate their position in the top half of the ILT20 table, while the Sharjah Warriorz remain winless after three matches.
Match Summary
| Team | Score (Overs) | Result |
| Sharjah Warriorz | 157/6 (20.0) | Lost by 6 wickets |
| Gulf Giants | 158/4 (19.4) | Won the match |
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