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Deccan Gladiators vs UAE Bulls, ABDT10, Today Match Prediction 18 November 2025
DG vs DB Win Probability
Toss Winner - UAE Bulls won the toss and choose to bowl first
Deccan Gladiators beat Delhi Bulls by 6 runs
Deccan Gladiators have dominated Delhi Bulls in the Abu Dhabi T10 League, winning six of their nine encounters.
- A score of around 125-130 will be challenging at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
- Nicholas Pooran, Tom Kohler-Cadmor, and Marcus Stoinis will be the key players for Deccan Gladiators.
- Delhi Bulls will rely in important contributions from Philip Salt, Tim David, and James Vince.
Back Deccan Gladiators as the winners of this match.
| Tournament: | Abu Dhabi T10, 2025 |
| Format: | t10 |
| Venue: | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
| Weather: | 26.0°C|Clear |
DG vs DB Match Prediction & Analysis
Abu Dhabi T10 League returns for its 9th season on November 18th, with the second fixture bringing Deccan Gladiators and Delhi Bulls together at Sheikh Zayed Stadium. This format delivers nonstop intensity from first ball to last, leaving no room for slow patches. The squads appear evenly matched when you scan the lineups, though the Gladiators carry a minor advantage as reigning titleholders.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
DG
W
W
W
W
L
DG
110/2 in 6.5 16.11
104/7 in 10.0 10.4
147/2 in 10.0 14.7
102/5 in 10.0 10.2
DB
L
W
W
L
W
DB
116/7 in 10.0 11.6
ABDT10
Delhi Bulls beat Team Abu Dhabi by 42 runs
158/3 in 10.0 15.8
98/7 in 10.0 9.8
ABDT10
Delhi Bulls beat UP Nawabs by 8 wickets
99/2 in 7.1 13.81
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 2 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Deccan Gladiators Preview
Deccan Gladiators enjoyed a superb campaign last year, taking the league by storm with six wins from seven outings before lifting the trophy. They return this season with another well-rounded squad and will look to stamp their authority once again.
Nicholas Pooran will be the MVP of their batting lineup. He is one of the most dangerous batters in the shorter formats and can quickly get those 30s and 40s at a 200+ strike rate. Then they also have the dependable Tom Kohler-Cadmore. He was the tournament’s leading run scorer in the previous edition, amassing 278 runs from nine innings at a strike rate of 199. Another productive year is expected from him.
Marcus Stoinis and Andre Russell are two other big names to follow for the Gladiators, as both possess the ability to pummel any attack in the world and get some quick runs at the back end.
Their bowling attack was just as decisive in their title win, and some of that core has been kept intact. Richard Gleeson leads the pack after topping the league’s wicket charts last year with 14 wickets in nine games. Alongside him, Muhammad Jawadullah, Akeal Hosein, and Lahiru Kumara give the Gladiators plenty of options in the attack.
Deccan Gladiators Predicted Playing XI:
Nicholas Pooran, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Andre Russell, Usman Tariq, Richard Gleeson, Akeal Hosein, Lahiru Kumara, Muhammad Jawadullah, Laurie Evans, Dilpreet Bajwa
Deccan Gladiators Actual Playing XI:
Laurie Evans, Marcus Stoinis, Andre Russell, Ajay Kumar, Nicholas Pooran, Tom Kohler Cadmore, Akeal Hosein, Richard Gleeson, Lahiru Kumara, Ibrar Ahmad, David Wiese, Luke Wood
UAE Bulls Preview
Delhi Bulls produced a solid campaign in the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024, finishing fifth in the league stage before falling to Morrisville Samp Army in Qualifier 2. They will walk into this edition aiming to push deeper into the tournament after missing out last time.
Philip Salt enjoyed a superb run in the previous season, piling 151 runs across nine innings at a strike rate touching 189. He will again be central to their top order and should aim for quick bursts of scoring alongside James Vince, who is known for explosive starts in this format.
The addition of Tim David gives the Bulls another strong hitter who has been in brilliant touch this year. His ability to clear the rope during the middle overs brings a different dimension to their batting plan.
Rovman Powell and Kieron Pollard add experience and should help steady the innings if early wickets fall, giving the side a reliable cushion.
Sunil Narine is expected to guide the bowling unit. His reputation in short formats comes from his control and accuracy, and his two overs often shift the tempo of a match. Blessing Muzarabani and Fazalhaq Farooqi are set to contribute as well, each offering something different through their pace and angles.
UAE Bulls Predicted Playing XI:
Philip Salt (wk), James Vince, Tim David, Rovman Powell, Tom Moores, Kieron Pollard, James Coles, Sunil Narine, Blessing Muzarabani, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Muhammad Rohid Khan
UAE Bulls Actual Playing XI:
Rovman Powell, Tim David, James Vince, Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Philip Salt, Salman Irshad, Mir Hamza, Junaid Siddique, Farhan Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Iftikhar Ahmed
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The surface at Sheikh Zayed Stadium offers something for everyone, letting batters go after runs from ball one while seamers have just enough assistance to create opportunities. Spinners become effective through the middle phase, provided they bowl precisely. Chasing gets considerably easier once dew forms during the second innings, helping teams pursue targets with less difficulty.
Conditions in Abu Dhabi will be warm and sticky, though uninterrupted play is guaranteed with no rain clouds threatening the fixture at all.
DG vs DB Pitch Report
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Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Average Turn
The average score batting first at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in T10 cricket is 120. The highest total posted at the venue in last year’s Abu Dhabi T10 League is 143. For this match, a score of around 125-130 will put enough pressure on the chasing side.
Toss: To Bowl
Sheikh Zayed Stadium overwhelmingly favors the chasing side, with eight of the last 10 Abu Dhabi T10 League matches played here won by the team batting second. So expect the captain winning the toss to field first in this game.
DG vs DB
Winning Prediction
Deccan Gladiators against Delhi Bulls should deliver plenty of fireworks given how many big hitters both squads possess. The Bulls have superior firepower up top, and once Philip Salt and Tim David find rhythm, stopping them becomes nearly impossible. Their attack doesn't look that potent, and a threat like the Gladiators will capitalize on those weaknesses. Which team chases also matters enormously because Sheikh Zayed Stadium heavily rewards sides batting second. Taking everything into account, we're leaning toward the Gladiators with a narrow 51 to 49 advantage here.
Back Deccan Gladiators as the winners of this match.
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