Dubai, Dec. 18 -- The Dubai Capitals produced a disciplined bowling performance but suffered a narrow seven-run defeat against MI Emirates at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday in a tightly contested World ILT20 Season 4 fixture, as per a release from ILT20.

After opting to bowl first, the Capitals restricted MI Emirates to 137/8, with Muhammad Jawadullah delivering a standout spell of 2 for 7 from his two overs to apply early pressure. Jonny Bairstow's half-century anchored the MI Emirates innings, while Mustafizur Rahman provided key support.

Chasing 138, the Capitals began confidently and were well placed for much of the innings before the momentum shifted during the middle overs. A decisive spell from Rashid Khan stalled t...