The 3rd T20I match between DV vs ADKR is set to be an exciting game. Both teams are ready, but Desert Vipers looks stronger. They have more experienced players and a good record against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. According to E28, Desert Vipers has a higher chance of winning.
Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Match Details:
| Location | Sharjah, United Arab Emirates |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium |
| Date & Time | 5th DEC / 8:00 PM IST LOCAL Time |
| Streaming | Fancode App |
| Establish | 1982 |
| Capacity | 39,000 |
| Owner | Emirates Cricket Board |
| Home Team | United Arab Emirates |
| End Name | Pavilion End & Sharjah Club End |
| Flood Light | Yes |
DV vs ADKR T20I Head-to-Head Records:
| Total Match | 6 |
| DV | 04 |
| ADKR | 02 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tie | 0 |
Team form (Last Five Matches, Most Recent First)
| DV | W L W L L |
| ADKR | W L L L L |
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DV vs ADKR Head-to-Head Recent Records Last five:
| Teams | Win | Date |
| DV vs ADKR | DV | 18/01/2025 |
| DV vs ADKR | DV | 12/01/2025 |
| DV vs ADKR | ADKR | 27/01/2024 |
| DV vs ADKR | ADKR | 21/01/2024 |
| DV vs ADKR | – | – |
Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Weather Report:
| Temperature | 29° |
| Humidity | 54% |
| Wind Speed | 11 km/hr |
| Cloud Cover | 10% |
DV vs ADKR, Pitch Report:

Sharjah Cricket Stadium, is a fantastic cricket venue with a well-maintained pitch. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bat Second, as the surface offers assistance. Fast bowlers thrive, particularly in the middle overs, when the pitch slows down. As it wears, pacers generate more movement and bounce, making batting challenging and increasing wicket-taking opportunities.
Recent Match Performance:
| Total Matches Played | 75 |
| 1st Batting Team Won | 44 |
| 2nd Batting Team Won | 31 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average Batting Score | 145 |
| Highest Score | 215 |
| Lowest Score | 38/10 |
| Pitch Report | Batting Friendly Pitch |
Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Playing 11:
Desert Vipers (DV): Andries Gous (WK), Fakhar Zaman, Vriitya Aravind (WK), Dan Lawrence, Shimron Hetmyer, Hasan Nawaz, Sam Curran (C), Noor Ahmad, Khuzaima Bin Tanvir, David Payne, Naseem Shah
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ADKR): Michael-Kyle Pepper (WK), Alex Hales, Brandon McMullen, Alishan Sharafu, Sherfane Rutherford, Liam Livingstone, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (C), Ajay Kumar, George Garton, Olly Stone
DV vs ADKR, Injury And Availability News:
It will be added if there are any updates.
Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Betting Tips:
| Tips | Bet |
| Who Will Win The Toss | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders |
| Match Winner | Desert Vipers |
| Total Boundaries | 35+ |
| Player Of The Match | Andries Gous |
| 1st Innings Total | 165+ |
| Most Wicket Taker | Noor Ahmad |
My Prediction
- Desert Vipers Will Win This Match.
FAQs
1. Who is more likely to win the DV vs ADKR 3rd T20I match?
According to recent form, squad strength, and E28 predictions, Desert Vipers are more likely to win as they have a stronger team and a better head-to-head record against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
2. What is the pitch report for Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
The Sharjah pitch is batting-friendly, but as the match progresses, it slows down and supports fast bowlers, especially in the middle overs. Teams often prefer chasing because the surface behaves better under lights early in the game.
3. Who are the key players to watch in this match?
For Desert Vipers, Andries Gous and Noor Ahmad will be important. For ADKR, players like Andre Russell and Alex Hales can make a big impact.
4. What will be the weather like during the match?
The weather in Sharjah will be warm with a temperature of around 29°C, humidity at 54%, light wind, and very little cloud cover. There is no rain expected.


