The European T20 Premier League is just getting started, and Belfast Wolves will meet Dublin Guardians in the second match of the tournament. Both sides have plenty of familiar names in their squads, so this should be an interesting contest at Sportpark Westvliet in The Hague.
Glenn Maxwell will lead Belfast Wolves, while Ravichandran Ashwin will captain Dublin Guardians. Devon Conway, David Miller, Paul Stirling, James Vince, Daryl Mitchell and Joshua Little are some of the players who could have a big say in the match.
Neither side has played a game in this new tournament yet. That makes the opening match important, as both teams will want to get their campaign off to a winning start.
Match Details
Match: Belfast Wolves vs Dublin Guardians, 2nd Match, European T20 Premier League 2026
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM IST
Local Time: 11:30 AM CEST
Venue: Sportpark Westvliet, The Hague
Format: T20
Series: European T20 Premier League 2026
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This is the first season of the European T20 Premier League, so there are no previous tournament results for either Belfast Wolves or Dublin Guardians.
Belfast have put together a squad with plenty of batting depth. Devon Conway and Paul Stirling can give them a solid start, while David Miller and Glenn Maxwell can increase the scoring rate later in the innings.
Dublin have also gone for experience. James Vince and Muhammad Waseem are likely to provide the opening options, with Daryl Mitchell, Vijay Shankar and George Dockrell adding depth to the batting.
With both teams starting from scratch, the first few overs could be important.
BW: First match
DG: First match
Key Match Factors
Belfast’s Middle Order
David Miller and Glenn Maxwell are the two names Dublin will want to keep quiet. If they spend enough time at the crease, Belfast can finish the innings strongly.
Dublin’s Spin Options
Ashwin is an experienced T20 spinner and should have an important role in the middle overs. George Dockrell and other spin options give Dublin further choices.
Conway at the Top
Devon Conway has plenty of T20 experience and can play the anchor role if Belfast lose an early wicket. His battle against Dublin’s new ball bowlers will be important.
Maxwell’s All Round Role
Maxwell can influence the game with both bat and ball. His contribution could be particularly useful if the match becomes tight in the middle overs.
Weather
The weather in The Hague could play a part. Cloudy conditions and a chance of showers are expected, so both captains will have to consider the conditions at the toss.
Points Table
The tournament has just begun, so all teams are starting without points.
Rotterdam Dockers — 0 matches, 0 points
Amsterdam Flames — 0 matches, 0 points
Belfast Wolves — 0 matches, 0 points
Dublin Guardians — 0 matches, 0 points
Edinburgh Castle Rockers — 0 matches, 0 points
Glasgow Cosmic — 0 matches, 0 points
Belfast Wolves and Dublin Guardians will be looking to open their points account with a win.
Head to Head Record
There is no previous head to head record between Belfast Wolves and Dublin Guardians in the European T20 Premier League.
This will be their first meeting in the tournament.
Full Squads
Belfast Wolves
Glenn Maxwell (c), Devon Conway, David Miller, Mark Chapman, Paul Stirling, Tim Tector, Alexander Roy, Harry Manenti, Lorcan Tucker, Matthew Humphreys, Fred Klaassen, Zainullah Hasan, Saurabh Netravalkar, Chris Jordan, Gavin Hoey, Mark Adair and Crishan Kalugamage.
Dublin Guardians
Ravichandran Ashwin (c), Muhammad Waseem, Peter Hatzoglou, Chris Greaves, Noah Croes, Craig Young, Matthew Hollard, George Dockrell, Benjamin Calitz, Harry Tector, Joshua Little, Harmeet Singh, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Vijay Shankar, Daryl Mitchell, James Vince and Chris Wood.
Pitch Report
Sportpark Westvliet has hosted T20 cricket and generally offers a fair contest between bat and ball.
The available T20 record at the ground shows an average first innings score of around 144. The highest total recorded at the venue is 172/1, while the highest successful chase is 161/3.
T20 Matches: 23
Average First Innings Score: 144
Average Second Innings Score: 130
Highest T20 Total: 172/1
Highest Successful Chase: 161/3
There should be some help for the seamers with the new ball, particularly if the weather stays cloudy. Batters who settle in should be able to score at a good rate.
A total around 145 to 160 should give the bowling side something to defend.
Weather Report
The Hague is expected to remain cool and cloudy on August 27. Temperatures should be around 18°C to 23°C.
There is a chance of showers, so rain is something both teams will have to keep an eye on. The toss could become more important if the conditions change before the game.
Probable Playing XIs
Belfast Wolves
Devon Conway (wk), Paul Stirling, Tim Tector, David Miller, Mark Chapman, Glenn Maxwell (c), Harry Manenti, Chris Jordan, Gavin Hoey, Fred Klaassen, Matthew Humphreys
Dublin Guardians
James Vince, Muhammad Waseem, Harry Tector, Daryl Mitchell, Vijay Shankar, Ravichandran Ashwin (c), George Dockrell, Harmeet Singh, Joshua Little, Craig Young, Chris Wood
Final playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.
Key Player Battles
Devon Conway vs Joshua Little
Conway will be one of Belfast’s main hopes at the top of the order. Little can make the new ball talk, and an early wicket here would put Dublin in a good position.
David Miller vs Ravichandran Ashwin
Miller likes taking on the bowlers, but Ashwin will try to slow him down with changes of pace and flight. This could be an important middle overs battle.
Glenn Maxwell vs Daryl Mitchell
Both players can contribute in several ways. Maxwell’s attacking batting will be tested against Mitchell’s all round skills, while their bowling could also become important.
Fantasy Team: Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Devon Conway
Batters: David Miller, Paul Stirling, James Vince, Harry Tector
All Rounders: Glenn Maxwell (C), Daryl Mitchell (VC), Vijay Shankar
Bowlers: Ravichandran Ashwin, Joshua Little, Chris Jordan
Captain: Glenn Maxwell
Vice Captain: Daryl Mitchell
Maxwell is a useful captain choice because he can score points with both bat and ball. Daryl Mitchell is another player who can contribute in more than one department.
Fantasy Team: Grand Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Devon Conway
Batters: David Miller, James Vince, Mark Chapman, Paul Stirling
All Rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Vijay Shankar
Bowlers: Ravichandran Ashwin (VC), Joshua Little, Fred Klaassen, Gavin Hoey
Captain: David Miller
Vice Captain: Ravichandran Ashwin
David Miller can be considered as a Grand League captain because he has the ability to score quickly in the latter part of the innings. Gavin Hoey is another option for those looking beyond the more obvious names.
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Match Prediction
Belfast Wolves look slightly better on paper, mainly because of the batting options they have available.
Conway and Stirling can give them a steady start, while Miller and Maxwell can change the game quickly. Their bowling attack also has experienced names such as Chris Jordan and Fred Klaassen.
Dublin will rely on Ashwin to make the most of the conditions, while James Vince, Daryl Mitchell and Vijay Shankar will have important roles with the bat.
The weather may make batting a little tricky at times, and that could bring the bowlers into the game. Belfast have enough variety to handle those conditions.
Dublin have the experience to make this close, but Belfast’s batting depth gives them the slight advantage.
Prediction: Belfast Wolves to win.
FAQs
Who will win BW vs DG today?
Belfast Wolves have a slight edge because of their batting depth and the all round contribution Glenn Maxwell can provide.
BW vs DG Dream11 prediction?
Glenn Maxwell, Devon Conway, David Miller, Daryl Mitchell and Ravichandran Ashwin are among the players to consider for fantasy teams. Check the final XI before making your team.
What is the pitch report for Sportpark Westvliet?
The venue has produced competitive T20 scores. The average first innings score from the available record is around 144, with seamers likely to get some help early.
What is the probable playing XI for BW vs DG?
The probable XIs are listed above based on the announced squads and expected combinations. The final teams will be confirmed at the toss.
Who should be captain and vice captain in the BW vs DG fantasy team?
Glenn Maxwell is a good captain option because of his all round role, while Daryl Mitchell can be considered for vice captain.
Is there a rain threat for BW vs DG?
There is some rain risk in The Hague on August 27. The weather should be checked again before the toss