NW vs QUQ Match Analysis
The tournament begins with a blockbuster face-off between two heavy power-hitting sides NW vs QUQ. The match is scheduled for the evening slot when the pitch usually stays flat, helping clean hitters. Expect fireworks from ball one as both teams look to start the season with a statement win.
Northern Warriors enter the season with a squad full of raw power and overseas flair. Their top order is stacked with aggressive left-handers who can punish bowlers from the first over. However, inconsistency has been a lingering issue, especially when chasing tricky totals.
Quetta Qavalry boasts one of the most balanced line-ups in the competition, blending T10 specialists with experienced international stars. Their middle order is loaded with finishers capable of turning games in the final overs.
Northern Warriors vs Quetta Qavalry Team Preview & Squads
Northern Warriors
Shimron Hetmyer takes charge as captain, bringing his fearless style of cricket to the fore. Known for his explosive stroke play, he leads by example rather than lengthy speeches. His decision-making in powerplay and death overs will heavily influence the Warriors’ fate.
The NW batting core is built on Colin Munro, Hazratullah Zazai, Johnson Charles, and Hetmyer, all proven six-hitters. The side bats deep with Thisara Perera and Odean Smith adding firepower in the lower-middle order.
Trent Boult’s swing with the new ball, Tabraiz Shamsi’s middle-over control, and Dahani’s late-over pace provide a strong bowling spine. Omarzai and Odean Smith supply additional seam versatility, catering to different pitch conditions. Overall, they have wicket-takers but occasionally leak runs under pressure.
In their previous appearance, Warriors vs Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi T10, Nov 30 2024, NW collapsed to 73/9 after failing to handle the early pace barrage. Their bowlers couldn’t defend the low total as Abu Dhabi chased down 74 in just 6.5 overs, losing only 2 wickets. It was a one-sided defeat, exposing their batting vulnerability.
Northern Warriors Squad
Northern Warriors
Colin Munro, Hazratullah Zazai, Kadeem Alleyne, Sagar Kalyan, Shimron Hetmyer (C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Odean Smith, Thisara Perera, Yayin Rai, Dinesh Chandimal, Johnson Charles (wk), Asitha Fernando, Bilal Sami, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Prabath Jayasuriya, Shahid Bhutta, Shahnawaz Dahani, Tabraiz Shamsi, Trent Boult.
Quetta Qavalry
Sikandar Raza commands the Qavalry with an ideal mix of composure and aggression. His game awareness in T10 cricket makes him one of the smartest leaders in the league. Expect him to rotate match-ups tactically, especially using spin and pace variations.
From Evin Lewis and Andries Gous to Liam Livingstone and Jason Holder, this side is stacked with all-phase hitting options. Their batting unit keeps pressure even if early wickets fall because of their layered power-hitter structure. Any of them can take a game away within 20 balls.
QUQ bowling features variety: Amir’s new-ball precision, Scrimshaw’s bounce, Motie’s left-arm spin, and Imran Tahir’s control in the middle overs. Sikandar Raza and Fabian Allen add reliable all-round overs that save runs and pick key wickets. They rarely look short of options regardless of conditions.
From their last major outing, Gladiators vs Qalandars, PSL Final, May 25, 2025, the franchise group scored 201/9, delivering a strong batting display. However, Lahore chased the target in 19.5 overs with 6 wickets in hand, snatching victory in the final over.
Quetta Qavalry Squad
Quetta Qavalry
Evin Lewis, Irfan Khan, Khawaja Nafay, Muhammad Waseem, Umer Lohya, Abdul Ghaffar, Ali Naseer, Arafat Minhas, Fabian Allen, Jason Holder, Liam Livingstone, Sikandar Raza (c), Andries Gous (wk), Abbas Afridi, George Scrimshaw, Gudakesh Motie, Imran Tahir, Khuzaima Tanveer, Mohammad Amir.
Match Details | ||
Match | Northern Warriors vs Quetta Qavalry | 1st Match | Abu Dhabi T10 2025 | |
Date | 18/11/2025 (Tuesday) | |
Time | 07:45 PM (BDT) / 06:45 PM (PKT) / 07:15 PM (INR) | |
Format | T10 | |
Venue | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi | |
Recent performance | Northern Warriors – L W L L L | Quetta Qavalry – W W W W L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub(SLH) | |
NW vs QUQ Outfield Report
Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi pitch traditionally favors batters early with low seam movement and true bounce. Spinners come into play after the power play as the surface slowly grips. Outfield is lightning fast, expect boundaries to flow.
The weather is warm and dry with an evening temperature of 27–29°C, ideal for uninterrupted play. Light humidity may assist swing for two or three overs with the new ball. No rain threat expected.
The venue has produced high totals up to 150+ in T10 when power hitters cash in during the power play. Lowest scores often dip below 70 when early wickets fall due to reckless batting. A good first-innings score here should be 105–115, while chasing sides remain slightly favored.
Northern Warriors vs Quetta Qavalry Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
Quetta Qavalry have dominated the recent head-to-head meetings, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters. The Warriors’ only victory came in a high-scoring thriller where Hetmyer turned the game with a late flourish.
NW vs QUQ Prediction
Event | Northern Warriors | Quetta Qavalry |
Toss Winner | Northern Warriors | – |
Player of the Match | Colin Munro | – |
Top Run Scorer | Colin Munro | Evin Lewis |
Top Wicket Taker | Trent Boult | Imran Tahir |
Most Sixes | Colin Munro | Evin Lewis |
Predicted Score | 110+ | 90+ |
Win Probability | 53% | 47% |
According to cricket analysts Northern Warriors have a 53% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.
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