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From left: Sharjah Warriors captain Tim Southee, MI Emirates skipper Kieron Pollard, Gulf Giants player Moeen Ali, Dubai Capitals' Gulbadin Naib, Desert Vipers captain Lockie Ferguson and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders captain Jason Holder at the Dubai International Stadium. Chris Whiteoak / The National

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