The highly anticipated third season of the International League T20 (ILT20) is set to kick off on January 11, 2025, with defending champions MI Emirates taking on Dubai Capitals at the Dubai International Stadium. This exciting opener, scheduled for 6:00 PM local time, is a rematch of last season’s final, promising a fiery start to the month-long tournament.
The second day of the tournament, January 12, will see the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders face the Desert Vipers at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, followed by a clash between Gulf Giants (Season 1 champions) and Sharjah Warriorz at the Dubai International Stadium. The first match at Sharjah Cricket Stadium will feature the Warriorz hosting the Dubai Capitals on January 17.
Spanning 34 matches across three venues (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah), the tournament will offer evening games starting at 6:30 PM on weekdays and 6:00 PM on weekends, with double-header afternoons kicking off at 2:00 PM. The final match will take place on February 9, 2025, at the Dubai International Stadium.
ILT20 Season 3 promises to deliver high-quality cricket with an array of global T20 stars. Players to watch include:
- Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (Abu Dhabi Knight Riders)
- Alex Hales, Lockie Ferguson (Desert Vipers)
- David Warner, Shai Hope (Dubai Capitals)
- Chris Jordan, Shimron Hetmyer (Gulf Giants)
- Jason Roy, Matthew Wade (Sharjah Warriorz)
Exciting new additions include Fakhar Zaman (Desert Vipers), Ibrahim Zadran (Gulf Giants), and Romario Shepherd (MI Emirates), alongside emerging talent from the UAE.
CEO Promises a Bigger and Better Season
David White, CEO of ILT20, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season:
“Season 3 promises to be bigger and better, starting with an iconic rematch at Dubai International Stadium. Our six teams boast world-class T20 stars and top UAE talent, ensuring thrilling cricket throughout the 34 matches.
“The DP World ILT20 trophy is one of the most coveted in cricket, and fans can expect intense competition, ideal weather, and vibrant fan carnivals. We invite spectators and tourists to enjoy a memorable experience at our stadiums in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.”
Global Broadcast and Fan Engagement
The tournament will be broadcast live on Zee Network in India, with additional international broadcast partners to be announced soon. Tickets for the season will go on sale shortly, featuring packages tailored for families and cricket enthusiasts.
International League T20 – Season 3 match schedule:
- January 11: Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:00 pm
- January 12: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 2:00 pm
- January 12: Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:00 pm
- January 13: MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- January 14: Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 15: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- January 16: Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 17: Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:30 pm
- January 18: Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 2:00 pm
- January 18: Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00 pm
- January 19: Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates, Sharjah – 2:00 pm
- January 19: Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00 pm
- January 20: Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 21: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs MI Emirates, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- January 22: Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 23: Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 24: MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- January 25: Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers, Sharjah – 2:00 pm
- January 25: MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00 pm
- January 26: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 2:00 pm
- January 26: Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants, Sharjah – 6:00 pm
- January 27: MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- January 28: Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 29: Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- January 30: Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Sharjah – 6:30 pm
- January 31: Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- February 1: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00 pm
- February 2: MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 2:00 pm
- February 2: Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00 pm
- February 3: Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00 pm
- February 5: Qualifier 1 – Seed 1 vs Seed 2, Dubai – 6:30 pm
- February 6: Eliminator – Seed 3 vs Seed 4, Abu Dhabi – 6:30 pm
- February 7: Qualifier 2 – Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator, Sharjah – 6:30 pm
- February 9 Final: Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2, Dubai – 6:00 pm
Venues
- Dubai International Stadium (15 matches)
- Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi (11 matches)
- Sharjah Cricket Stadium (8 matches)