DB vs VR Dream11 Prediction: Match 7 – Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025 | Fantasy Tips, Playing 11 & Match Preview

Delhi Bulls and Vista Riders face off in Match 7 of the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Delhi Bulls bring explosive top-order and experienced T10 performers, while Vista Riders have a strong mix of big hitters and bowling depth. The pitch is known to favour aggressive batting and bowlers who vary pace and spin. This article gives full playing-11s, key fantasy picks, strategy and prediction.

Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	Delhi Bulls vs Vista Riders
Tournament	Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025
Match Number	7
Date	20 November 2025
Format	T10
Venue	Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Pitch Report

Surface Behaviour

• True bounce + fast outfield → batters rewarded
• Early overs may favour pacers with new ball
• Spinners can be effective if they bowl tightly

Expected Score

• First innings likely ~110-130 in 10 overs
• Chasing side has slight advantage

Fantasy Impact

• Pick openers and big-hitting top order
• Include at least one all-rounder
• Bowlers who bowl at death or mix pace + spin are valuable

Weather Report

• Clear evening skies
• Minimal rain risk
• Conditions favour batting under lights

Team Preview: Delhi Bulls (DB)

Strengths

• Explosive batting line-up (Powell, Salt etc)
• Experienced internationals in T10
• Good finishing options

Weaknesses

• Bowling in death overs may leak runs
• Middle overs occasionally slow

DB Probable Playing 11

Role	Player
Opener A	Philip Salt (WK)
Opener B	Rovman Powell
Batter C	Tim David
Batter D	James Vince
All-rounder A	Kieron Pollard
All-rounder B	Romario Shepherd
Spinner	Sunil Narine
Pacer A	Blessing Muzarabani
Pacer B	Qais Ahmad
Pacer C	Fazalhaq Farooqi
Utility	James Coles

Team Preview: Vista Riders (VR)

Strengths

• Strong batting fire-power (du Plessis, McDermott etc)
• Versatile bowling options
• All-round depth

Weaknesses

• Dependence on big hitters for momentum
• If batters fail, pressure on bowlers

VR Probable Playing 11

Role	Player
Opener X	Faf du Plessis (C)
Opener Y	Ben McDermott
Batter Z	Murali Vijay
All-rounder A	Dwaine Pretorius
All-rounder B	Angelo Perera
Spinner	Izharulhaq Naveed
Pacer A	Andrew Tye
Pacer B	S Sreesanth
Utility	Sean Dickson

Head-to-Head & Form

• Delhi Bulls have slightly stronger T10 experience
• Vista Riders have power hitters who can change match quickly
• Key will be which team wins the toss and uses powerplay best

Top Fantasy Picks

Best Batting Picks

• Philip Salt (DB): Aggressive opener, high fantasy value
• Ben McDermott (VR): Big-hitter, GL pick
• Rovman Powell (DB): Reliable finisher

Best All-Rounder Picks

• Kieron Pollard (DB): Impact player both sides
• Dwaine Pretorius (VR): Versatile all-rounder
• Angelo Perera (VR): Differential all-round option

Best Bowlers

• Sunil Narine (DB): Spin wizard in T10 format
• Andrew Tye (VR): Experience + death bowling edge
• Qais Ahmad (DB): Young pace pick with upside

Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

Safe (Small League)

• Philip Salt (C)
• Kieron Pollard (VC)
• Ben McDermott

Risky (Grand League)

• Rovman Powell (C)
• Angelo Perera (VC)
• Sunil Narine (C)

Dream11 Team Strategy

Small League Strategy

• Focus strong openers from DB and VR
• Include one differential all-rounder
• Choice of C/VC from Salt, Pollard, McDermott

Grand League Strategy

• Mix players from both teams equally for variation
• Use one bowler or spinner as captain for big upside
• Balanced formation: 4 Batters, 2 All-rounders, 4 Bowlers

Match Prediction

Delhi Bulls have slight edge given experience and batting depth.

Predicted Winner: Delhi Bulls

But Vista Riders can upset if their top order fires early and Tye/Sreesanth bowl well.

Final Fantasy Tips

• Openers and all-rounders are priority picks
• Pick at least one spinner for variety
• Avoid selecting too many batters from one team
• Always check final playing 11 and toss before locking team