Match Details:
- Match: Northern Warriors vs Ajman Titans( NW vs AJT ), 10th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 2025
- Date and Time: November 21, 01:45 pm GMT / 07:45 pm BD / 5:45 pm local time
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
NW vs AJT Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Ajman TitansWho will win the match? – Northern WarriorsNorthern Warriors vs Ajman Titans Preview:
Northern Warriors( NW ) is set to face Ajman Titans( AJT ) in their 10th match during the Abu Dhabi T10 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Friday, November 21.
The Northern Warriors bounced back strongly after their 51-run loss in the opening match, clinching a narrow six-run win over Aspin Stallions in their next outing. Their batting looked far more settled in that game and gave them a platform they can rely on moving forward.
Colin Munro has led the scoring so far with 82 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 168, while Johnson Charles has added stability at the top, contributing 59 runs across two innings at 155.26. With Hazratullah Zazai and Shimron Hetmyer in the middle order, the Warriors have enough firepower to deliver quick 20-plus cameos at strike rates above 200.
Their bowling has also begun to take shape, with multiple players stepping up. Shahnawaz Dahani set the tone with two wickets at an excellent economy of five, while Trent Boult and Taskin Ahmed combined for four wickets, proving their ability to trouble batters early on.
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Meanwhile, the Ajman Titans have endured a tough start to their T10 campaign, suffering two straight defeats and now looking for a way to spark their season into life. They certainly have the talent to compete, but their batting needs to fire soon if they want to climb the standings.
Alex Hales remains their key figure with the bat. In 55 T10 matches, he has scored 909 runs at a strike rate of 184, averaging 24—numbers that highlight the damage he can cause when he finds his rhythm early. Will Smeed, Aneurin Donald, and Rilee Rossouw add strength through the top and middle, each capable of impactful 20–30 run contributions at high strike rates if they get a few balls to settle.
Dan Lawrence is another valuable option, especially given his experience on similar pitches. His T10 strike rate of 174 makes him a dangerous late-innings accelerator.
In the bowling department, the Titans have several reliable options. Jason Behrendorff brings early control, while Akif Javed leads their wicket tally with three scalps at an economy of 8.70. Piyush Chawla and Chris Green provide quality spin through the middle overs, with Green also offering handy lower-order runs to deepen their lineup.
NW vs AJT Possible Playing XI:
Northern Warriors: Hazratullah Zazai, Johnson Charles (wk), Colin Munro, Shimron Hetmyer, Thisara Perera (c), Odean Smith, Sagar Kalyan, Shahid Iqbal Bhutta, Taskin Ahmed, Trent Boult, Shahnawaz Dahani.
Ajman Titans: Aneurin Donald (wk), Alex Hales, Will Smeed, Dan Lawrence, Moeen Ali (c), Chris Green, Piyush Chawla, Rilee Rossouw, Wasim Akram, Jason Behrendorff, Akif Javed.
NW vs AJT Recent 5 Match Performance:
NW vs AJT Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | NW Won | AJT Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NW vs AJT Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
NW vs AJT 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.
NW vs AJT Weather Report:
At 5:45 PM local time on November 21, the conditions at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi are expected to be clear and warm, with temperatures around 28–29°C. The evening breeze should make it feel slightly cooler, and visibility will remain excellent under clear skies. There is no chance of rain, and humidity will rise gradually, creating mild dew later in the evening — something bowlers, especially spinners, may need to keep in mind.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 95–115 runs
2nd Innings: 85–105 runs
Key Point:
Pitch Overview: The Sheikh Zayed Stadium pitch remains batting-friendly with good carry, but evening matches often see slightly slower conditions compared to afternoon games.
Dew Factor: Light dew is likely to develop after sunset, which may help the ball skid on but can also make gripping difficult for bowlers—especially spinners.
Powerplay Impact: Both teams have explosive hitters like Munro, Charles, Zazai, Hales, and Smeed, who can turn the powerplay into a 35–45 run phase if they connect early.
Middle-Order Acceleration: Players such as Hetmyer, Rossouw, Donald, and Lawrence can push the run rate in the 6–10 over phase, keeping scores around or above the 100 mark.
Bowling Challenge: With limited assistance for bowlers, seamers need variations. Bowlers like Boult, Taskin, Behrendorff, and Akif Javed will rely heavily on change-ups to control the run flow.Northern Warriors vs Ajman Titans Full Squad:
Northern Warriors: Hazratullah Zazai, Johnson Charles(w), Colin Munro, Shimron Hetmyer, Thisara Perera(c), Odean Smith, Sagar Kalyan, Shahid Iqbal Bhutta, Taskin Ahmed, Trent Boult, Shahnawaz Dahani, Tabraiz Shamsi, Asitha Fernando, Prabath Jayasuriya, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kadeem Alleyne, Bilal Sami, Dinesh Chandimal, Yayin Rai, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Muhammad Uzair Khan
Ajman Titans: Aneurin Donald(w), Alex Hales, Will Smeed, Rilee Rossouw, Dan Lawrence, Moeen Ali(c), Chris Green, Piyush Chawla, Haider Ali, Wasim Akram, Jason Behrendorff, Akif Javed, Asif Ali, Joe Clarke, Alishan Sharafu, Asif Khan, Thomas Aspinwall, Zaman Khan, Luc Benkenstein.
