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Mid East Info
7 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
DP World ILT20 Season 3 merchandise finds new purpose in Madagascar through Gulf for Good partnership - Middle East Business News and Information
The DP World International League T20 has teamed up with UAE based, non-profit organisation Gulf for Good, to support sustainable charity projects for children around the world. – and give the tournament's Season 3 merchandise a new lease of life. Through the CSR partnership (Gulf for Good's Outreach Programme), the DP World ILT20 has handed over more than 500 items for children in Madagascar as part of a wider mission aimed at supporting education and community development. The programme will continue for the remainder of the year and in the longer run, more than 2000 children are expected to benefit from the DP World ILT20-Gulf for Good collaboration. DP World ILT20 CEO David White: 'This collaboration with Gulf for Good reflects our belief in the power of play. This initiative is all about making a small contribution to a much bigger cause. At the DP World ILT20 we are committed to making an impact and improving lives wherever possible. 'We are proud to have the UAE as our home; the UAE is globally recognised as one of the most generous and hospitable nations in the world. As the biggest cricket league of the region we remain committed to making an impact beyond the field of play.' The DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, 2 December – UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) with a blockbuster opening, the six-team, 34-match tournament will conclude with the final on Sunday, 4 January 2026
Mid East Info
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Mid East Info
Mark Your Calendars: DP World ILT20 Season 4 returns this December
The DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, 2 December – UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) with the six-team, 34-match tournament set to conclude with the final on Sunday, 4 January 2026. The biggest T20 league in the Gulf region has moved out of its traditional January-February window as the ICC Men's T20 World Cup is scheduled to be played in February-March 2026. Chairman ILT20 and Vice-Chairman Emirates Cricket Board Khalid Al Zarooni: 'We are delighted to confirm that the DP World International League T20 Season 4 will commence on the UAE National Day – Eid-Al-Etihad – which is one of the most important days on the UAE calendar. 'The UAE National Day is the day where we celebrate the United Arab Emirates which is home to people from around the world including millions of diehard cricket fans. It is a real honour for us to join the nation in the UAE National Day 2025 celebrations with the launch of the region's biggest T20 league – the DP World ILT20 Season 4, on the same day.' CEO DP World ILT20 David White: 'Following extensive discussions with all our stakeholders, we believe the 2 December 2025 to 4 January 2026 tournament window is ideal for the DP World International League T20 Season 4. The ICC Men's T20 World Cup begins in early February hence it was important for us to start and finish Season 4 well before the tournament as it will allow the players playing both the DP World ILT20 and the T20 World Cup to prepare for national duty. In addition, we feel that the December-January window will provide the teams' the best opportunity to access a bigger pool of players. 'Season 3 was a big success with outstanding broadcast and digital numbers as the fans enjoyed a step-up in the quality of cricket. The teams gave their absolute all across the hugely competitive 34-tournament matches which concluded with a nail-biting final won by the Dubai Capitals in the last over of the match in front of a packed Dubai International Stadium. We are now fully focused on making an even bigger impact as we turn our attention to Season 4.' DP World ILT20's Season 3 featured some of the biggest T20 stars including; Nicholas Pooran, Sam Curran (player of the tournament – red belt winner), Shai Hope (most runs in the tournament – green belt winner), Fazalhaq Farooqi (highest wicket-taker – white belt winner), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, Alex Hales, Fakhar Zaman, Lockie Ferguson, David Warner, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, James Vince, Shimron Hetmyer, Tom Banton, Romario Shepherd, Tim Southee, Tim Seifert, Matthew Wade, Jason Roy, Adil Rashid and Adam Zampa. The Dubai Capitals won the glittering trophy, edging out the Desert Vipers in a thrilling final which was played in front of a full house at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, 9 February 2025.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Fourth season of ILT20 to begin on December 2.
The fourth edition of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) cricket tournament will begin on December 2, the UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) here, the organisers announced on Wednesday. The T20 league will run till January 4, 2026. The tournament is making a strategic shift from its usual January-February window for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in February-March next year. Dubai Capitals defeated Desert Vipers in a last over thriller to win the title in the last edition. "We are delighted to confirm that the DP World International League T20 Season 4 will commence on the UAE National Day – Eid-Al-Etihad – which is one of the most important days on the UAE calendar," chairman of ILT20 and vice-chairman of Emirates Cricket Board said in a statement. ILT20 CEO, David White said the revised window for the tournament window was decided after extensive consultation with key stakeholders.. The previous edition of the league featured an impressive roster of global T20 stars, including Sam Curran, Shai Hope , Fazalhaq Farooqi, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, David Warner and Rashid Khan among others.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
ILT20 Season 4 to begin on UAE National Day, December 2, 2025
ILT20 Season 3 champions Dubai Capitals Tournament moves to December-January window to accommodate ICC T20 World Cup; Dubai Capitals to defend title The fourth season of the International League T20 (ILT20), one of the fastest-growing franchise T20 competitions globally and the second-most watched T20 league in the world, will commence on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, coinciding with UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad). The season will run until Sunday, January 4, 2026, with 34 high-stakes matches featuring some of the top T20 players from around the world. The decision to shift the tournament from its traditional January-February window comes in the wake of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, scheduled for February-March 2026. The new dates were finalised after detailed consultations with stakeholders to ensure that ILT20 Season 4 is completed well in advance of the global showpiece, allowing players ample preparation time for their international duties. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Khalid Al Zarooni, chairman of ILT20 and vice-chairman of the Emirates Cricket Board , highlighted the significance of launching the season on the UAE's most celebrated national holiday: 'We are delighted to confirm that the International League T20 Season 4 will commence on the UAE National Day – Eid-Al-Etihad – which is one of the most important days on the UAE calendar. 'The UAE National Day is a celebration of our diverse and vibrant nation, home to millions of cricket fans. It is a real honour for us to mark this occasion by launching the region's biggest T20 league on the same day.' David White, CEO of ILT20, reiterated the strategic value behind the revised tournament window: 'Following extensive discussions with all our stakeholders, we believe the 2 December 2025 to 4 January 2026 tournament window is ideal. The ICC Men's T20 World Cup begins in early February, hence it was crucial for us to finish ILT20 Season 4 ahead of that event. 'This will allow dual-participating players the time to transition into national commitments. Furthermore, this window ensures we can access a broader player pool, many of whom might have scheduling conflicts during the World Cup build-up.' White also lauded the success of ILT20 Season 3, which delivered blockbuster cricket and massive engagement across platforms: 'Season 3 was a big success with outstanding broadcast and digital numbers. The fans enjoyed a noticeable step-up in the quality of cricket. 'The final, in particular, was a thriller, with Dubai Capitals narrowly edging out Desert Vipers in the last over in front of a packed Dubai International Stadium on 9 February 2025. We are now focused on building on that success and delivering an even better tournament in Season 4.' Want to bring Mumbai's 'Khadoos' cricket mindset to the UAE team: Lalchand Rajput ILT20 has already established itself as a premier destination for international talent. Season 3 featured a galaxy of global T20 stars including Nicholas Pooran, Sam Curran (Player of the Tournament – Red Belt winner), Shai Hope (Green Belt – Most Runs), Fazalhaq Farooqi (White Belt – Most Wickets), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, David Warner, Alex Hales, Shimron Hetmyer, Matthew Wade, Tim Southee, Adil Rashid, and Adam Zampa among others. The league's unique belt system for top performers has also caught the attention of fans, adding an extra layer of competitiveness and recognition to the tournament. With six teams set to battle it out once again over 34 matches, Season 4 promises intense action, star power, and continued growth for a league that has quickly become a fixture in the global T20 landscape. As the countdown begins, cricket fans in the UAE and across the world can expect fireworks both on and off the field when ILT20 returns this December.
