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UAE’s top five performers in ILT20 Season 3

NEW DELHI: The third season of the ILT20 concluded in thrilling fashion, with the Dubai Capitals emerging as champions after a gripping final against the Desert Vipers. While international superstars dominated the headlines, UAE’s homegrown talents made a lasting impact with standout performances throughout the tournament.

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ILT20 Season 3: Top performers claim coveted Championship belts

NEW DELHI: Dubai Capitals on Sunday emerged victorious in the ILT20 final, defeating the Desert Vipers by four wickets at the Dubai International Stadium.

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'What a game of cricket': Sam Billings praises team's grit as Dubai Capitals win ILT20 title

Dubai Capitals clinched their maiden ILT20 title in a thrilling final against Desert Vipers, securing a four-wicket victory at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 189, Sikandar Raza played a decisive role with a blistering 12-ball 34 not out, ensuring victory in the final over. Rovman Powell's 63…

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Dubai Capitals crowned ILT20 champions as Sikandar Raza, Rovman Powell decimate Desert Vipers

The International League T20 (ILT20) season ended with a nerve-jangling final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday as the Dubai Capitals (DC) were crowned the champions after a stroke of luck followed game-changing knocks from Rovman Powell and Sikandar Raza, who delivered a four-wicket win over Desert Vipers…

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'Everyone's excited': David Warner confident as Dubai Capitals eye ILT20 glory

Dubai Capitals' star opener David Warner expressed his team's determination to lift the ILT20 trophy ahead of their final clash against Desert Vipers. Reflecting on their journey, Warner said, "Everyone's excited from the background staff to the GMR owners and the players performing on field. We got so close last…

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'The batting tracks in UAE makes cricket exciting, the next two games will be thrilling': Virender Sehwag ahead of ILT20 Season 3 finale

Former cricket star and commentator Virender Sehwag anticipates an exciting Qualifier 2 match between Sharjah Warriorz and Desert Vipers at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The victorious team will face Dubai Capitals in the final on February 9 at Dubai International Stadium. Sehwag also shared his thoughts on the UAE cricket…

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Dubai Capitals beat Desert Vipers in last-ball thriller to reach ILT20 final

Dubai Capitals secured their spot in the ILT20 Season 3 final with a thrilling last-ball victory against Desert Vipers at Dubai International Stadium. The win was powered by Gulbadin Naib's outstanding performance, including his third consecutive half-century against the Vipers and two crucial wickets.

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ILT20 all set to enter playoffs stage

The third season of ILT20 is set to enter the playoffs' stage, with Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, MI Emirates and Sharjah Warriorz qualifying for the knocout rounds.

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Wasim Akram expresses love for ILT20, picks Desert Vipers as favourite team

NEW DELHI: Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram has expressed his admiration for the ILT20, calling it an exciting and competitive tournament. The former Pakistan captain praised the league’s high-quality cricket and vibrant atmosphere, stating that he loves attending the event. Akram also revealed his favorite team in the tournament —…

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'Main focus is winning the trophy ': Sam Curran eyes ILT20 title as Desert Vipers dominate league stage

NEW DELHI: English all-rounder Sam Curran is having a stellar season in the ongoing International League T20 (ILT20) with Desert Vipers, who have dominated the league stage. The Vipers have secured the top spot even before the other three playoff spots are confirmed, setting themselves up as strong contenders for…

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ILT20: Gulf Giants stay alive in playoff race, beat Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by seven wickets

Gulf Giants returned to winning ways with a commanding seven-wicket victory over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Saturday. The win propelled the Giants to third place in the standings, strengthening their playoff chances, while ensuring MI Emirates joined Desert Vipers in…

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'It's been a great group to be part of': Max Holden shines as Desert Vipers secure top-two finish in ILT20

Desert Vipers reaffirmed their dominance in the ILT20 Season 3 with a commanding five-wicket victory over the Gulf Giants at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday. Max Holden’s composed knock of 70 off 54 balls guided the Vipers to a comfortable chase, securing a top-two finish in the league.

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'Huge amount of pride': Desert Vipers coach Foster praises Hasaranga, Rutherford for ODI Team of the Year honours

Desert Vipers head coach James Foster expressed pride and admiration for Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga and West Indies middle-order batter Sherfane Rutherford after their inclusion in the ICC ODI Team of the Year. Both players have been integral to the Vipers' setup since the inaugural season of the ILT20.

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'We'll keep striving to perform better each game': Gulbadin Naib as Dubai Capitals end Desert Vipers' unbeaten run in ILT20

Dubai Capitals brought Desert Vipers' undefeated run to an abrupt halt with a six-wicket win on Monday at the Dubai International Stadium.

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ILT20: Gulbadin Naib shines as Dubai Capitals break Desert Vipers' winning streak

NEW DELHI: The Dubai Capitals scored a spectacular six-wicket victory at the Dubai International Stadium, ending the Desert Vipers' unbeaten run on Monday.

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ILT20 Season 3 introduces 'Gift of Cricket' to reward workforce and foster team spirit

The highly anticipated ILT20 Season 3 is captivating cricket enthusiasts across the UAE and beyond, with world-class action featuring some of the biggest names in the sport. This year, the league has introduced an innovative initiative, "Gift of Cricket," aimed at transforming corporate gifting and enhancing employee engagement.

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ILT20 Recap: Desert Vipers leave competition behind with unbeaten run

More than a third of the league stage of the ILT20 2025 is done, and each team has played four games. While it’s still too early to say with certainty that any team has definitely made it to the playoffs or is definitely out of the running, the first week…

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Exclusive | My personal goal is to play in IPL, says India-born UAE all-rounder Dhruv Parashar

NEW DELHI: Dhruv Parashar, a promising 20-year-old all-rounder, made a successful debut in the International League T20 (ILT20) for Desert Vipers against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on Saturday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. A crucial contributor in the Vipers' emphatic 53-run victory, Parashar marked his arrival with a composed…

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'Hopefully, we can keep that up the whole way': Alex Hales as Desert Vipers extend winning run in ILT20

Desert Vipers extended their unbeaten run in ILT20 with a dominant 53-run victory over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday. Alex Hales, the star of the match with a brilliant half-century, emphasised the importance of adaptability in his innings.

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ILT20: Desert Vipers highlight sustainability efforts with 'green match' on January 18

Desert Vipers are set to host their second annual Sustainability Match on Saturday, January 18, against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Dubai International Stadium. The initiative aims to spotlight the team's commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and promoting environmental awareness.

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ILT20: Desert Vipers beat Gulf Giants by six wickets for second consecutive win in season 3

Desert Vipers clinched their second consecutive victory in the ILT20 Season 3, defeating the Gulf Giants by six wickets at the Dubai International Stadium on Tuesday.

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ILT20: Last-ball thrillers set the tone for a nail-biting Season 3

NEW DELHI: The first weekend of the new season of the International League T20 (ILT20) promised a lot of excitement for the fans. The ILT20 Season 3 began with two last-ball thrillers in its first three matches of the 2025 edition, setting the tone for a nail-biting season in the…

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ILT20: Dan Lawrence, Sam Curran star in Desert Vipers' easy win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

NEW DELHI: Dan Lawrence and Sam Curran struck impressive half-centuries as Desert Vipers eased past Abu Dhabi Knight Riders by seven wickets in their opening ILT20 match at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.

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ILT20: Tymal Mills eager to work with Andy and Grant Flower at Gulf Giants

DUBAI: Gulf Giants, the winners of the inaugural ILT20 season in 2023, are gearing up for another promising campaign and their star pacer and England's left-arm fast bowler Tymal Mills is confident about the team’s prospects.

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'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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