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The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025-26 heats up in Abu Dhabi as MI Emirates (MIE) takes on the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR) in the 11th Match. With both teams having secured only one victory from their first three games, this encounter is a crucial mid-tournament battle to climb the points table and gain momentum.
Match Details
| Event | 11th Match, ILT20 2025-26 |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Date & Time | Thursday, December 11th, 6:30 PM LOCAL (2:30 PM GMT) |
| Stakes | A vital win to break into the top half of the table and secure momentum. |
Team Form and Focus
MI Emirates: Seeking Consistency
Led by the explosive Kieron Pollard, MIE has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled for consistency, narrowly losing their last game by just one run. Their strategy relies on their global T20 star power.
- Batting Power: The onus remains on Nicholas Pooran, Tom Banton, and Pollard himself to deliver the quick, high-impact innings MIE is known for.
- Spin Threat: The presence of the world’s top T20 leg-spinner, Rashid Khan, and the impactful Fazalhaq Farooqi in the pace department provides MIE with a balanced, threatening attack.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: The West Indian Core
ADKR, captained by Jason Holder, started the tournament with a win but has since suffered two consecutive losses. They rely heavily on the powerful West Indian contingent and English batting talent.
Key All-Rounders: The performance of the versatile Liam Livingstone (their leading run-scorer) and the destructive Andre Russell will be decisive. Russell, despite his high strike rate with the bat, needs to find more economy with the ball.
The Bowling Unit: The Knight Riders need their bowling unit, featuring veterans Sunil Narine and Olly Stone, to contain MIE’s aggressive lineup on the usually high-scoring Abu Dhabi pitch. Local talent like Ajay Kumar has been a bright spot and will need to continue his impressive form.
Head-to-Head and Prediction
The head-to-head record is close, with the teams splitting their last four encounters 2-2. With both teams desperate for a win, expect a high-intensity, boundary-laden clash. The Sheikh Zayed Stadium pitch typically favors teams that can post large totals and handle pressure, making the toss and the fielding performance critical.
Key Player Matchups
- Rashid Khan vs. Liam Livingstone: The battle between the Afghan spin maestro and the English power-hitter could define the middle overs.
- Kieron Pollard vs. Andre Russell: A classic West Indian power-hitting contest between the two captains in terms of sheer destructive ability.
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