Sharjah Warriors will face MI Emirates at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah for the 6th match of the International League T20 2025. This match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams search for their first victory of the season after disappointing opening matches. With Sharjah Warriors falling to Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by 39 runs and MI Emirates losing to Gulf Giants by 6 wickets, both sides are desperate to kickstart their campaigns.
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows MI Emirates with a slight edge. In 5 matches played between them in T20 Domestic cricket, MI Emirates has won 3 matches while Sharjah Warriors has won 2 matches, with no ties or no results. However, Sharjah Warriors have won the last two encounters, showing strong recent momentum against their opponents.
SWR vs MIE ILT20 Match Preview
Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, will host this crucial International League T20 encounter. Based on recent T20 matches played at this venue, the ground has an average score of 140 runs in the last 5 T20s, indicating challenging batting conditions. The pitch offers excellent support for pace bowlers, with 34 out of 58 wickets at this venue being taken by pacers, while spinners have claimed 24 wickets.
Sharjah Warriors come into this match with (L-L-W-W-W) form in their last 5 matches, while MI Emirates displays L-L-L-W-W form in their last 5 matches. Both teams are currently searching for consistency, making this clash crucial for their tournament aspirations. The Warriors will look to capitalize on home advantage, while the Emirates aim to bounce back under new captain Kieron Pollard’s leadership.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sharjah Warriors vs MI Emirates – 6th Match |
| Date | December 7th, 2025 |
| Time | 2:00 PM LOCAL, 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
| Series | International League T20 2025 |
Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Expected to be a bowling-friendly wicket |
| Average Score | 140 runs (average in last 5 T20s at this venue) |
| Favors | Pacers – pitch offers excellent assistance for fast bowlers |
| Surface | Challenging batting conditions with significant bowling support |
| Wicket Distribution | Total 58 wickets – By Pacers: 34, By Spinners: 24 |
| Weather Impact | Cloudy conditions with minimal rain threat |
| Toss Factor | Teams winning the toss prefer to bowl first – 77% opted to bowl |
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25°C with cloudy conditions |
| Humidity | 71% – High humidity levels |
| Wind Speed | 10 km/h – Light winds |
| Rain Chance | 10% precipitation expected – minimal rain threat |
| Overall | Cloudy conditions, good for cricket, with comfortable playing weather |
Toss Prediction
Historical data from Sharjah Cricket Stadium shows teams winning the toss have a strong 77% preference to bowl first over the last 5 years in T20s at this venue. Significantly, teams bowling first have achieved a remarkable 70.97% win rate at this ground, making it one of the strongest bowl-first advantages in T20 cricket. The team winning the toss is highly likely to bowl first based on both historical preferences and success rates at this venue.
Injury Updates
No major injuries reported. Both teams will be playing their strongest XI.
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SWR vs MIE Head-to-Head Records
- SWR beat MIE by 6 wickets: Sharjah Warriors – 149/4 (18.5), MI Emirates – 146/8 (20) (06 Feb, 2025) at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- SWR beat MIE by 8 wickets: Sharjah Warriors – 176/2 (17.2), MI Emirates – 173/5 (20) (02 Feb, 2025) at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- MIE beat SWR by 9 wickets: Sharjah Warriors – 176/9 (20), MI Emirates – 177/1 (17.4) (19 Jan, 2025) at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
- MIE beat Sharjah Warriors by 8 wickets: Sharjah Warriors – 129/10 (20), MI Emirates – 133/2 (11.1) (02 Feb, 2024) at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- MIE beat Sharjah Warriors by 106 runs: Sharjah Warriors – 74/10 (12.1), MI Emirates – 180/7 (20) (26 Jan, 2024) at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Tim David (Captain) | Scored 152 runs in 5 matches |
| Jonny Bairstow (Vice Captain) | Scored 161 runs in 5 matches |
| Tom Kohler-Cadmore | Scored 186 runs in 5 matches |
| Kieron Pollard | scored 186 runs in 5 matches |
| Nicholas Pooran | Scored 142 runs in 5 matches |
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