Abu Dhabi Knight Riders secured a playoff spot in the ILT20 by defeating Gulf Giants by 32 runs. A crucial 131-run partnership between Michael Pepper (83) and Phil Salt (72*) propelled Knight Riders to 179. In response, Moeen Ali scored 79 for the Giants, but tight bowling, including key wickets by Jason Holder and Andre Russell, restricted them to 147/9. Knight Riders will face Dubai Capitals in the Eliminator.