Match Details:
- Match: Deccan Gladiators vs Quetta Qavalry( DG vs QUQ ), 9th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 2025
- Date and Time: November 21, 11:30 am GMT / 05:30 pm BD / 3:30 pm local time
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
DG vs QUQ Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Quetta QavalryWho will win the match? – Deccan GladiatorsDeccan Gladiators vs Quetta Qavalry Preview:
Deccan Gladiators( DG ) is set to face Quetta Qavalry( QUQ ) in their 9th match during the Abu Dhabi T10 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Friday, November 21.
Defending champions Deccan Gladiators have kicked off their new season in style, winning their opening two matches to jump straight into second place. Their batting unit has fired from the very first game, setting a strong tone that could carry them through the rest of the tournament if they keep showing the same intent.
At the heart of their batting is Nicholas Pooran, one of the most explosive hitters in the shorter formats. Quick-fire 30s and 40s at a strike rate beyond 200 are almost routine for him, and he remains central to the team’s rhythm. Tom Kohler-Cadmore has also picked up right where he left off last season, smashing an unbeaten 78 off 29 balls to dominate the tournament opener.
In the middle and lower order, Marcus Stoinis and David Wiese provide the power. Wiese has been especially impressive so far, topping the team’s run charts with 94 runs in just two innings at a stunning strike rate of 247.36.
Their bowling, which was a key factor in last season’s title run, continues to look sharp. Richard Gleeson leads the pace attack after taking 14 wickets in 9 games last year. With support from Luke Wood, Akeal Hosein, and Lahiru Kumara, the Gladiators have plenty of options to adapt to different conditions.
On the other side, Quetta Qavalry have made a superb start of their own, winning back-to-back games to claim the top spot on the table. For a new team, their consistency across both matches has been impressive, and they’ll be aiming even higher as the tournament moves forward.
Their batting lineup carries plenty of promise, with Liam Livingstone at the center of their plans. His 51 runs at a strike rate of 212 show exactly how destructive he can be, and the team will count on him to deliver more match-shaping knocks in the coming fixtures.
Muhammad Waseem and Andries Gous add stability and flexibility, with Waseem’s experience in this format—he already has ten T10 fifties—making him an invaluable presence in the order.
In the finishing department, Khawaja Nafay, Jason Holder, and Fabian Allen give Quetta a strong late-overs boost. Nafay, in particular, has been outstanding with 70 runs at a strike rate of 333, showing how quickly he can flip the momentum in the middle overs.
Their bowling attack is nicely varied as well. Jason Holder and Abbas Afridi provide dependable spells, while Khuzaima Tanveer offers a handy knack for breaking partnerships. Ali Majid’s leg spin, especially in the powerplay, often sets the tone by restricting runs or grabbing early wickets.
DG vs QUQ Possible Playing XI:
Deccan Gladiators: Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Andre Russell, Laurie Evans, Luke Wood, David Wiese, Ajay Kumar, Akeal Hosein, Richard Gleeson, Ibrar Ahmad, Lahiru Kumara.
Quetta Qavalry: Andries Gous (wk), Khawaja Nafay, Liam Livingstone (c), Muhammad Waseem, Fabian Allen, Jason Holder, Abbas Afridi, Khuzaima Tanveer, Imran Tahir, Ali Majid, Ali Naseer.
DG vs QUQ Recent 5 Match Performance:
DG vs QUQ Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | DG Won | QUQ Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
DG vs QUQ Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
DG vs QUQ Pitch Report:
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is generally batting-friendly, offering true bounce with minimal seam movement early on. Pacers can use the new ball to extract bounce, while spinners become more effective in the middle overs as the pitch slows slightly. In T20 matches, dew under lights can make chasing easier, giving an advantage to the team batting second, whereas in longer formats, teams often prefer batting first to post a solid total. Overall, the surface provides a balanced contest, rewarding batters who can build partnerships while requiring bowlers to use variations and accuracy to make an impact.
DG vs QUQ Weather Report:
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At 3:30 PM local time on November 21, the weather at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is expected to be warm and clear, with hazy sunshine dominating the afternoon. Temperatures should hover around 30°C, creating a bright and dry setting with no rain in sight. Conditions will be comfortable for cricket, with the haze having only a mild impact on visibility and the overall atmosphere remaining calm.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 105–125 runs
2nd Innings: 95–115 runs
Key Point:
Pitch Behavior: Sheikh Zayed Stadium generally offers a true surface with good carry, helping power-hitters, especially in the first half. Scores above 110 are common in the Abu Dhabi T10.
Early Overs Advantage: The new ball comes on nicely, allowing top-order hitters like Pooran, Kohler-Cadmore, Waseem, and Livingstone to attack from ball one.
Middle Overs Impact: Both teams have strong middle-over power options — Wiese, Stoinis, Holder, Nafay — which can push scores quickly past 100.
Bowling Challenge: Variations will be crucial. Pacers such as Gleeson and Abbas Afridi could control one end, but the ground still favours batters.
Chasing Factor: Teams chasing often benefit in Abu Dhabi due to dew and a slightly skiddier ball, which is why the second-innings score may be a bit lower if early wickets fall.Deccan Gladiators vs Quetta Qavalry Full Squad:
Deccan Gladiators: Nicholas Pooran, Marcus Stoinis, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Lahiru Kumara, Dilpreet Bajwa, Jake Ball, Muhammad Jawadullah, Ali Raza, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Mark Chapman, Ajay Kumar, Usman Tariq, Laurie Evans, Ibrar Ahmad, Richard Gleeson, Jordan Thompson.
Quetta Qavalry: Evin Lewis, Andries Gous(w), Muhammad Waseem, Liam Livingstone(c), Khawaja Nafay, Fabian Allen, Jason Holder, Abbas Afridi, Khuzaima Tanveer, Imran Tahir, Ali Majid, Ali Naseer, Mohammad Amir, Gudakesh Motie, George Scrimshaw, Azam Khan, Irfan Khan, Arafat Minhas, Abdul Ghaffar, Umar Lohya
