MI Emirates secured their spot in the ILT20 final by defeating Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the second qualifier. MI Emirates successfully chased a target of 121 runs with seven wickets to spare. Captain Kieron Pollard achieved a personal milestone, recording his 100th T20 win as captain, joining an elite group of T20 captains. Tom Banton scored an unbeaten 63 to guide MI Emirates to victory.