Pune Panthers and Dubai Royals, two powerhouse teams of the WLP T20 League 2026, clash in the grand final on February 4, 2026, at the 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa.
This high-stakes encounter will determine the champions of the prestigious Legends Cricket Tournament, featuring former international stars. Pune Panthers, led by Kieron Pollard, enter as favorites after their stunning semi-final victory over Rajasthan Lions, powered by Martin Guptill’s brilliant form (255 runs in the tournament).
Dubai Royals, captained by Shikhar Dhawan, will look to upset the odds after their impressive semi-final win against Delhi Warriors. In this detailed PPT vs DBR match prediction, we analyze team form, key players, pitch conditions, and predict who will win today’s WLP T20 Final.
WLP T20 League 2026 Final Match Overview – PPT vs DBR
The World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 will see Pune Panthers take on Dubai Royals in the finals at 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa. The title clash is scheduled for today at 7:30 PM local time (2:00 PM GMT).
Led by Kieron Pollard, Pune Panthers feature star names like Shane Watson, Dwayne Bravo, and Martin Guptill, while Shikhar Dhawan’s Dubai Royals boast experienced players such as Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, and Piyush Chawla. Fans in India can catch the live action via FanCode and SonyLIV.
| Match | WLP T20 League 2026 Final |
| Teams | Pune Panthers (PPT) vs Dubai Royals (DBR) |
| Date | Tuesday, February 4, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium, Goa |
| Captains | Kieron Pollard (PPT) vs Shikhar Dhawan (DBR) |
| Format | T20 (20 overs per side) |
Pune Panthers vs Dubai Royals Final Match Squads
The Pune Panthers vs Dubai Royals final match squads include experienced stars and proven match-winners, setting up an exciting contest in the WLP T20 League 2026 final.
- Dubai Royals:
Shikhar Dhawan (c), Manvinder Bisla (wk), Rishi Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Samit Patel, Yusuf Pathan, Parvez Rasool, Abhishek Raut, Amit Verma, Piyush Chawla, Fidel Edwards, Chris Mpofu, Peter Trego, Kirk Edwards, Danushka Gunathilaka, Gitansh Khera, Monu Kumar
- Pune Panthers:
Martin Guptill, Upul Tharanga, Shane Watson, Samiullah Shinwari, Kieron Pollard (c), Robin Uthappa (wk), Dwayne Bravo, Asad Pathan, Abhishek Sakuja, Amit Mishra, Ankit Rajpoot, Ishwar Pandey, Priyank Panchal, Rahul Yadav, Kamau Leverock, Faiz Fazal
PPT vs DBR Head-to-Head Record in WLP T20 League 2026
Pune Panthers hold a slight edge after defeating Dubai Royals in their only league-stage meeting of the WLP T20 League 2026. While Pune dominated with the bat in that match, Dubai Royals have bounced back strongly and will aim to turn the tables in the final, setting up a closely fought contest.
| Stats | Pune Panthers (PPT) | Dubai Royals (DBR) |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Losses | 0 | 1 |
| Win Percentage | 100% | 0% |
1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium, Goa Pitch Report
The 1919 Sportz Cricket Stadium in Goa offers batting-friendly conditions with an average first-innings score of around 189 runs. The pitch is expected to be flat and true, favoring strokeplay throughout the match.
The dew factor will play a crucial role in this evening encounter, making the ball skid onto the bat in the second innings. Chasing teams have enjoyed higher success rates at this venue, making the toss vital. Both captains will likely prefer to bowl first to take advantage of early pitch assistance before dew sets in.
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WLP T20 Final Match Prediction: Who Will Win – Pune Panthers or Dubai Royals?
Pune Panthers are the favorites to win the WLP T20 Final against Dubai Royals. Pune has a strong batting team led by Martin Guptill, who scored 255 runs in the tournament. Players like Kieron Pollard and Shane Watson add more power to their lineup. They scored 217 runs in the semi-final, showing their batting strength.
Dubai Royals have captain Shikhar Dhawan in good form with 203 runs, along with experienced players Ambati Rayudu and Yusuf Pathan. But Pune Panthers look stronger because they won their earlier match against Dubai, have a better run rate, and a more balanced team. Dwayne Bravo and Amit Mishra (8 wickets) give Pune an extra advantage.
