Match Details:
- Match: Royal Champs vs Deccan Gladiators( ROC vs DG ), 6th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 2025
- Date and Time: November 20, 11:30 am GMT / 05:30 pm BD / 3:30 pm local time
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
ROC vs DG Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Deccan GladiatorsWho will win the match? – Royal ChampsRoyal Champs vs Deccan Gladiators Preview:
Royal Champs( ROC ) is set to face Deccan Gladiators( DG ) in their 6th match during the Abu Dhabi T10 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Thursday, November 20.
Jason Roy and his team didn’t get the start they were hoping for. They fell short by 9 runs in their opening match against the Vista Riders. Although they began their chase well, the momentum slipped away, costing them the game. They’ll now be eager to bounce back, regroup, and get their first points on the board.
Roy looked in good touch in the previous outing and will once again be expected to lead from the front alongside Quentin Sampson. The middle order—Brandon McMullen, Aaron Jones, and Angelo Mathews—will need to step up after their failures played a big role in the team’s loss. With Daniel Sams and Mohammad Shahzad also in the lineup, the batting still has enough firepower.
Rishi Dhawan was the standout with the ball in the last match, and he’ll need to make early inroads again with the new ball. Haider Razzaq and Liam Dawson were expensive, and the team will be hoping they tighten things up during the middle overs. Isuru Udana’s role as a supporting bowler will also be crucial.
Nicholas Pooran’s side, meanwhile, head into this contest with confidence after starting their campaign with a 6-run win over the UAE Bulls. Their batting was impressive, but Pooran will want a sharper effort from his bowlers after they conceded a few too many runs.
Tom Kohler-Cadmore was the star of their last match and will look to provide another solid start alongside Pooran. David Wiese’s form is a big positive, and he’ll be key in the middle order along with Marcus Stoinis and Andre Russell. Laurie Evans and Luke Wood are expected to add quick runs down the order.
However, their bowling needs improvement. Akeal Hosein and Luke Wood will have to find better lines with the new ball, while Richard Gleeson and Lahiru Kumara need to apply pressure through the middle overs. The team will also rely on Ibrar Ahmed and Ajay Kumar to contribute strongly in their support roles.
ROC vs DG Possible Playing XI:
Royal Champs: Jason Roy (c), Mohammad Shahzad (wk), Aaron Jones, Quentin Sampson, Rishi Dhawan, Liam Dawson, Daniel Sams, Brandon McMullen, Isuru Udana, Haider Razzaq, Sanjay Pahal, Angelo Mathews (IP)
Deccan Gladiators: Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, David Wiese, Marcus Stoinis, Andre Russell, Laurie Evans, Luke Wood, Ajay Kumar, Akeal Hosein, Ibrar Ahmed, Lahiru Kumara, Richard Gleeson (IP)
ROC vs DG Recent 5 Match Performance:
ROC vs DG Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | ROC Won | DG Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ROC vs DG Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
ROC vs DG 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.
ROC vs DG Weather Report:
The weather in Abu Dhabi around 3:30 PM is expected to be warm and hazy, with temperatures sitting close to 30°C. Skies will feature hazy sunshine typical of the region, and although visibility may be slightly reduced, conditions remain ideal for cricket. Humidity will be moderate, adding a bit of heaviness to the air, but there’s no threat of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted match. Light winds will offer some relief to players on the field.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 120–130 runs
2nd Innings: 115–125 runs
Key Point:
Winning the toss and bowl first could offer a slight advantage, as defending totals at Sheikh Zayed Stadium under afternoon conditions is often effective. Early breakthroughs and tight bowling in the middle overs will likely decide the outcome.Royal Champs vs Deccan Gladiators Full Squad:
Royal Champs: Jason Roy, Mohammad Shahzad(w), Niroshan Dickwella, Brandon McMullen, Aaron Jones, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Angelo Mathews, Liam Dawson, Chris Jordan, Isuru Udana, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Kelvin Pitman, Daniel Sams, Rishi Dhawan, Rahul Chopra, Vishen Halambage, Quentin Sampson, Zahid Ali, Haider Razzaq.
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.
