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ILT20: Shai Hope's century goes in vain as MI Emirates beat Dubai Capitals by 26 runs

The MI Emirates claimed their first victory of the ILT20 2025 season with a commanding 26-run win against the Dubai Capitals at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Monday. Half-centuries from Tom Banton and Nicholas Pooran set the stage for a strong performance, while Fazalhaq Farooqi's brilliant bowling…

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ILT20: Tim Southee names Jason Roy and Adam Milne as Sharjah Warriorz's trump cards

DUBAI: Sharjah Warriorz have struggled in the first two seasons of the ILT20, but the arrival of New Zealand legend Tim Southee as captain could turn the team’s fortunes around this year.

The Times of India

ILT20: Unlike ICC full members, Associate nations haven't benefitted from generational privilege

The ILT20 has made a splash since its inception. They offered the most money to top players outside of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Their figures say they’ve got the second-highest viewership of all T20 leagues, behind the IPL. They’ve attracted a galaxy of stars in each of the first…

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ILT20 complete squads: Season 3 sets to kick off on January 11

The third season of the International League T20 (ILT20) is all set to begin on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Dubai International Stadium. The tournament opener will feature the Dubai Capitals taking on the defending champions MI Emirates, with the match scheduled to start at 7:15 PM local time.

The Times of India

Gulf Giants aim to reclaim ILT20 title with a reinforced squad

The ILT20's third season begins on January 11. The Adani Sportsline-owned Gulf Giants are preparing for another exciting season. The Gulf Giants are one of the league's most successful teams. They won the inaugural season and reached the playoffs in the second. This year, they aim to reclaim their title.

The Times of India

Pitches, dew, and dedication: How Matt Sandery prepares the UAE for ILT20

It’s 9am on a chilly morning in Dubai, but the groundstaff are already on the field at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with rollers out. That might seem like a late morning to them because when the ILT20 starts – and later the Champions Trophy 2025 – they’ll be working…

The Times of India

'Everyone loved working under him': Head coach James Foster on Lockie Ferguson as Desert Vipers' captain

The Desert Vipers have appointed New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson as captain for the upcoming ILT20 season, succeeding fellow Kiwi Colin Munro. Head coach James Foster praised Ferguson’s all-around skills and leadership qualities, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the team.

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'One of the most competitive leagues': Dhruv Parashar aims to shine in ILT20, confident of Desert Vipers' playoff chances

NEW DELHI: Desert Vipers all-rounder Dhruv Parashar is eager to make his mark in the upcoming International League T20 (ILT20), which kicks off on January 11 in Dubai. The 20-year-old is optimistic about his team’s chances this season, focusing on qualifying for the playoffs as the first milestone.

The Times of India

Belts, pendants, and prestige: ILT20 redefines cricket trophies

In a league of T20 leagues, with one vying for the best spot in the calendar with another, one tussling with another to attract the best players, small little details matter. A robust team structure and ownership does. The level of competition does too. The weather plays a big role.…

The Times of India

Desert Vipers' Nathan Sowter excited to reunite with Wanindu Hasaranga for ILT20 season three

Nathan Sowter, known for his lightning-fast fielding and nicknamed the "racing snake" by Desert Vipers’ Director of Cricket Tom Moody, is gearing up for the third season of the International League T20 (ILT20). The leg-spinner expressed his excitement about rejoining the Vipers and partnering with Sri Lankan spin maestro Wanindu…

The Times of India

'ILT20 is an excellent initiative': Gulf Giants' Aayan Afzal Khan excited for season 3

UAE cricketer Aayan Afzal Khan, one of the nation's most promising young talents, is eagerly preparing for his third season with the Gulf Giants in the International League T20 (ILT20).

The Times of India

EXCLUSIVE | ILT20 has been a big boon for UAE players: Coach Lalchand Rajput

NEW DELHI: Former India coach and now at the United Arab Emirates, Lalchand Rajput, hailed the International League T20 (ILT20) as a transformative force for UAE cricket. Rajput credited the league's global player participation for boosting the national team's performance, leading to four trophies in just ten months under his…

The Times of India

ILT20 Season 3: Defending champions MI Emirates to kickstart season against Dubai Capitals

The International League T20 (ILT20) is gearing up for an exciting third season, with the defending champions MI Emirates set to face off against the Dubai Capitals in the opening match on January 11, 2025, at the Dubai International Stadium (DIS).

The Times of India

Chris Silverwood is Sharjah Warriorz's bowling coach for ILT20 Season 3

MUMBAI: The Sharjah Warriorz delighted announced on Tuesday the appointment of former England and Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood as their bowling coach for the upcoming season of the DP World ILT20. Silverwood thus joins head coach, former South Africa batsman JP Duminy in the coaching set up for…

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Five players to watch at the T20 World Cup

The latest edition of the men’s tournament will be hosted in the West Indies and United States

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BBL draft shake up looms, WBBL expected to go shorter

The Big Bash League will change its rules to retain overseas talent for the entire tournament, while the women's competition is set to drop from 56 games to 40.

The Times of India

Watch: Fun, banter and a sprint race between Shoaib Akhtar & Harbhajan Singh

The on-field rivalry between Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh during their playing days is well documented in a number of India vs Pakistan matches over the years. But the Indo-Pak duo's off-the-field camaradarie as co-commentators nowadays is equally engrossing for viewers across the globe.

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Pakistan Super League hit by pullouts of overseas cricketers

Several international cricketers withdraw from Pakistan Super League due to overlapping schedules and cricket board restrictions.

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Performance in IPL will have greater significance because of T20 World Cup selection: Tom Moody

NEW DELHI: Veteran coach Tom Moody on Thursday said players' performances in highly competitive leagues such as the IPL and ILT20 will carry greater significance this time around.

The Times of India

Have enjoyed playing in ILT20: Dubai Capitals' skipper David Warner

NEW DELHI: The Dubai Capitals went down by 29 runs against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Despite a brilliant innings by skipper David Warner as well as West Indian Jason Holder, the Dubai Capitals were unable to chase…

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West Indies hero Joseph out of ILT20 with toe injury

Injury has forced West Indies hero Shamar Joseph out of the ILT20, but he has signed a maiden Pakistan Super League deal on the back of his Gabba heroics.

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Explosion of T20 leagues amid packed cricket calendar challenges BBL resurgence

Australia’s Big Bash League has seen a rise in average crowds but the threat of more lucrative short-form competitions looms large

The Times of India

Current revenue sharing model completely broken, big three should do more: Cricket West Indies CEO

NEW DELHI: The big three in world cricket, including India, England and Australia should do more to save smaller Test playing teams and ICC's current revenue sharing model is "completely broken", said Cricket West Indies CEO Johnny Grave.

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Warner's high-flying BBL entrance confirmed for the SCG

David Warner will take a helicopter from his brother's wedding and land on the SCG outfield before his Big Bash League return for the Sydney Thunder.

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Warner expected to play in T20s against West Indies

Cricket Australia have said David Warner will be asked to fly home from franchise cricket in Dubai to play in a Twenty20 series against the West Indies.

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