Match Details:
- Match: Vista Riders vs Quetta Qavalry( VIR vs QUQ ), 23rd Match, Abu Dhabi T10 2025
- Date and Time: November 27, 11:30 am GMT / 05:30 pm BD / 3:30 pm local time
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
VIR vs QUQ Tips & Match Prediction:
Who will win the toss? – Vista RidersWho will win the match? – Quetta QavalryVista Riders vs Quetta Qavalry Preview:
Vista Riders( VIR ) is set to face Quetta Qavalry( QUQ ) in their 23rd match during the Abu Dhabi T10 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Thursday, November 27.
Vista Riders have climbed to second place after stitching together three consecutive wins — a run that has boosted their confidence as they head into the next phase of the tournament.
At the top, Faf du Plessis continues to steady the early overs with his vast T20 experience. He reads conditions well, starts cautiously, and then accelerates once set. His 116 runs in five matches at a strike rate of 181 show just how well he’s controlled the opening half of the season, and he looks in strong touch heading into this clash.
Dwaine Pretorius has provided valuable runs in the middle order, scoring 79 in five games at 180. Behind him, Sean Dickson and Ben McDermott add further power, both capable of lifting the tempo quickly — a crucial part of Vista’s scoring strategy.
With the ball, Andrew Tye leads the attack. His mix of pace, experience, and smart reading of the game has earned him nine wickets at an economy of 9.90. Dhananjaya Lakshan and Sharafuddin Ashraf, who have five wickets apiece, will look for early movement to disrupt the opposition’s top order.
Left-armer Awais Ahmad adds variety to the attack. His familiarity with Abu Dhabi conditions allows him to mix up his lengths and keep aggressive batters guessing.
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Quetta Qavalry have been the team to beat so far, opening their campaign with five straight victories to storm to the top of the table. They’ve appeared composed in every match and look like a side that has an answer for almost any situation.
Their batting line-up runs deep, and much of it revolves around Liam Livingstone. His 89 runs at a strike rate of 203 highlight the impact he can make at the top, and Quetta will hope he converts those starts into longer innings as the tournament intensifies.
Muhammad Waseem and Evin Lewis add more firepower. Both are adaptable and can shift gears when needed. Waseem, with 11 T10 fifties — including one this season — knows these conditions extremely well. His blistering 50* off 19 balls against the UAE Bulls showed exactly what he’s capable of.
In the lower order, Khawaja Nafay, Jason Holder, and Fabian Allen bring the finishing muscle. Their ability to push the scoring rate in the final overs has kept Quetta ahead in almost every match. Nafay has been exceptional, leading the team’s run chart with 144 runs at a staggering strike rate of 277 — proof of how effectively he dominates the middle overs.
The bowling attack is just as impressive. Jason Holder and Abbas Afridi have shared 10 wickets, delivering disciplined spells that control passages of play. Khuzaima Tanveer and Mohammad Amir have combined for 12 wickets, often striking at key moments and swinging the momentum with their two-over bursts.
VIR vs QUQ Possible Playing XI:
Vista Riders: Faf du Plessis(c), Unmukt Chand(w), Ansh Tandon, Sean Dickson, Dwaine Pretorius, Harshit Kaushik, Dhananjaya Lakshan, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Andrew Tye, S Sreesanth, Awais Ahmadermott.
Quetta Qavalry: Evin Lewis, Muhammad Waseem, Liam Livingstone, Azam Khan(w), Khawaja Nafay, Jason Holder, Fabian Allen, Imran Tahir, Khuzaima Tanveer, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir(c).
VIR vs QUQ Recent 5 Match Performance:
VIR vs QUQ Head-To-Head Records:
| Stats | Match | VIR Won | QUQ Won | NR | Tie |
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Recent 5 Matches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
VIR vs QUQ Toss Prediction:
We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.
VIR 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.
VIR vs QUQ Weather Report:
At 3:30 PM local time on November 27, the weather at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is expected to be warm, sunny, and ideal for cricket. Temperatures should sit around 28–29°C (83°F) with clear skies and plenty of sunshine throughout the afternoon. A light breeze may flow across the ground, but it won’t have much impact on play. With dry conditions and no threat of rain, the pitch is likely to stay firm and supportive for batters, offering consistent bounce and allowing stroke-making to come freely. Overall, it should be a perfect setting for an uninterrupted and high-scoring match.
Expected Scores:
1st Innings: 105–122 runs
2nd Innings: 95–115 runs (depending on pressure and dew factor)
Key Point:
Pitch Behavior: Sheikh Zayed Stadium usually offers a true surface with good bounce, helping power-hitters. Afternoon matches tend to be slightly slower early on, but still favorable for batting.
Vista Riders Form: With Faf du Plessis and a strong middle core (Pretorius, Dickson, McDermott), they’re capable of posting 110+ if they bat first.
Quetta Qavalry’s Momentum: Five wins in a row and explosive hitters like Nafay, Livingstone, Waseem give them the firepower to chase anything in the 100–120 range.
Bowling Impact: Amir, Afridi, Tye, and Holder can slow the run rate in the powerplay, so the first 2–3 overs will decide whether totals push above 120.Vista Riders vs Quetta Qavalry Full Squad:
Vista Riders: Faf du Plessis, Matthew Wade, Dwaine Pretorius, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Harshit Kaushik, Dilshan Madushanka, Chundangapoyil Rizwan, Ackeem Auguste, S Sreesanth, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Nahid Rana, Sean Dickson, Ansh Tandon, Andrew Tye, Izharulhaq Naveed, Angelo Perera, Unmukt Chand, Murali Vijay, Ben McDermott
Quetta Qavalry: Liam Livingstone, Jason Holder, Mohammad Amir, Sikandar Raza, Andries Gous, Imran Tahir, Muhammad Waseem, Evin Lewis, Fabian Allen, Irfan Khan, Khawaja Nafay, Arafat Minhas, Gudakesh Motie, Ali Naseer, George Scrimshaw, Umar Lohya, Abdul Ghaffar, Abbas Afridi, Khuzaima Tanveer.
