The Emirates D10 league continues to dish out explosive encounters, and the face-off between Emirates Blues (EMB) and Fujairah (FUJ) is no exception. Much like a high-stakes Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL clash, this match has fans hyped — and rightly so.
Head-to-Head: Fujairah’s Reign or Blues’ Uprising?
Historically, Fujairah have had the upper hand in this fixture. In their last 5 head-to-head games, FUJ have taken the honours four times, showcasing incredible squad consistency and aggressive top-order batting. Emirates Blues, on the other hand, have tasted success just once in recent meetings — and that too in a nail-biting low-scorer defended by sheer grit.
Here’s how the numbers stack up:
- Total Matches Played: 8
- FUJ Wins: 6
- EMB Wins: 2
The stats clearly tilt in Fujairah’s favour, but let’s not forget — in T10, the momentum can shift in just a couple of overs. One explosive spell or a rapid 30 off 10 balls, and the tide turns.
Squad Comparison: Star Power vs. Young Blood
Fujairah (FUJ)
Fujairah’s roster features some of the most experienced domestic campaigners. Their batting core revolves around Waseem Muhammad, a proven big-hitter who’s a nightmare in the powerplay. The bowling is led by Raja Akif and Junaid Siddique, both known for their pace and death-over accuracy.
Strengths:
- Explosive top order
- Solid seam attack
- Experienced leadership group
Emirates Blues (EMB)
The Blues have a young, hungry squad. Aryan Lakra, their captain, brings a calm head and all-round balance. Their recent find, Alishan Sharafu, has impressed with the bat, while Sanchit Sharma provides vital breakthroughs with the ball.
Strengths:
- Youthful energy
- Agile fielding unit
- Depth in batting
If Fujairah come in as favourites, Emirates Blues walk in with nothing to lose — and that’s a dangerous combo.
Venue Stats: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
All Emirates D10 matches are played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, a venue that’s become synonymous with high-scoring thrillers and last-over finishes — much like those epic Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore battles in IPL.
Sharjah Pitch Insights:
- Avg. 1st Innings Score (T10): ~105
- Chasing teams win %: 57%
- Best strategy: Bat second, take advantage of dew & predictable pitch
The short boundaries make it a paradise for batters, especially power-hitters like Waseem. But spinners who can dart the ball in — think Aryan Lakra — often end up game-changers.
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