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Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
MLC: San Francisco Unicorns' matches to be Live on NBC Sports, in collaboration with Willow by Cricbuzz
All San Francisco Unicorns matches in the 2025 Cognizant Major League Cricket (MLC) season — including three marquee fixtures at the iconic Oakland Coliseum — will be broadcast live on NBC Sports Bay Area and NBC Sports California, in collaboration with Willow by Cricbuzz. Building on a successful partnership in 2024, a total of ten league-stage matches will be televised, bringing elite cricket action to Northern California fans. The broadcast slate features the Unicorns' highly anticipated homecoming clashes against Washington Freedom, LA Knight Riders, and MI New York, from June 12–15, 2025. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! This marks a historic first as professional cricket arrives in the Bay Area, with the Oakland Coliseum set to host top-tier domestic T20 action. The season opener on June 12 sees the Unicorns take on Washington Freedom — a rematch of the 2024 Championship Game — at 6:00 PM PT. Willow by Cricbuzz, the exclusive 24/7 cricket network in North America and MLC's official streaming partner, will deliver expert coverage and commentary throughout the season, making cricket more accessible than ever for both die-hard fans and newcomers. More Than a Team: The Rise of CSK & the Whistle Podu Army David White, CEO of the San Francisco Unicorns, said: 'We're thrilled to partner with NBC Sports and Willow by Cricbuzz to bring Unicorns cricket straight into homes across the Bay Area. Playing locally for the first time is a huge milestone, and this exposure will help grow the game at the grassroots and inspire a new generation of players.' Ben Rodrigues, Senior Director of Multi-Platform Programming at NBC Sports Bay Area, added: 'Major League Cricket is gaining serious traction in the U.S., especially in the Bay Area. The Unicorns' commitment to the region is commendable, and we're proud to showcase their journey as they chase MLC glory in 2025.' Todd Myers, COO of Willow by Cricbuzz, said: 'This partnership strengthens our mission to bring world-class cricket to American audiences. With NBC Sports' reach and our premium coverage, fans in one of the league's most passionate markets will enjoy the best of MLC 2025.' Shubman Gill story: From a remote village near the border to India's Test captain San Francisco Unicorns – MLC 2025 League Stage Fixtures: Thu, June 12 – vs. Washington Freedom (Oakland) Sat, June 14 – vs. LA Knight Riders (Oakland) Sun, June 15 – vs. MI New York (Oakland) Fri, June 20 – vs. Texas Super Kings (Grand Prairie, TX) Mon, June 23 – vs. MI New York (Grand Prairie, TX) Wed, June 25 – vs. Seattle Orcas (Grand Prairie, TX) Sat, June 28 – vs. Washington Freedom (Grand Prairie, TX) Tue, July 1 – vs. Seattle Orcas (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Fri, July 4 – vs. Texas Super Kings (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Sun, July 6 – vs. LA Knight Riders (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Jessamine County Memorial Day service brings in hundreds to honor the fallen
NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — Memorial Day is a time to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. At Camp Nelson National Cemetery, a powerful ceremony made sure these names would never be forgotten. Cathy Stringer Robinson represented her dad, Captain John C. Stringer II. She joined hundreds of others at Camp Nelson to remember those who sacrificed everything. Her shirt had a picture of her father. 'My dad is one of the 14 Kentuckians still missing from the Vietnam War,' Stringer Robinson said. 'I just tell them to keep holding their head up high, be proud of their family members, and for them not to forget. That'll keep others from forgetting.' Every branch of the military was honored, along with grieving families who reflect on what this service means for our nation. Brigadier General Retired Ben Adams said one of the goals of this event is to make sure families of these heroes know they're loved and the service their loved one gave to the nation will never go unnoticed. 'It's a day for them. It's not only for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice but to help others understand the sacrifice made for our families and our nation,' Adams said. Across the headstones at the cemetery stood American flags, lovingly placed there by volunteers who wanted to play a part in remembering the fallen. Vietnam veteran David White said he gets the impression Kentucky is a state that loves its veterans. 'It's very heartwarming. I've been to a lot of these ceremonies, and it's wonderful that the people of Kentucky pour in and support the veterans,' White said. The ceremony featured speakers, patriotic songs of remembrance, and the reminder to never stop telling the stories of these heroes, something Stringer Robinson intends to keep up. 'Soldiers die twice — once when they stop breathing and again when their name is said for the last time. We don't ever want to forget any of our fallen,' Stringer Robinson said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Indian Express
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Indian Express
ILT20 Chief on rescheduling of tournament to December-January: ‘Will provide the teams with the best opportunity to access a bigger pool of players'
When asked about International League T20 (ILT20) and SA T20's schedule overlapping, the Commissioner of the SA20 league, Graeme Smith, was quite vocal about his disapproval of the UAE-based league. In addition to both these, there is also the Big Bash League happening in Australia at the same time, making it difficult for the leagues to have the best access to quality players across the globe. 'We feel that the December-January window will provide the teams with the best opportunity to access a bigger pool of players,' ILT20 chief executive David White said in a statement. Unlike SA20, which follows the Indian Premier League model where a team can fill four overseas players in the playing XI in ILT20, a team can play with nine foreigners in their playing XI. Additionally, SA20 has a limit of 19 players per franchise with a minimum of 11 South Africans. However, in ILT20, two local players are the minimum requirement for a team. Smith speaking at the captain's day press conference in Cape Town said during last season of SA20, 'We see ourselves as very different to the ILT20. We're a South African league, with a majority of South African players and our ultimate goal is to benefit South African players. We've been built up against ILT20, so it's very difficult for me to not come across like I'm bad-mouthing them, but I do feel like a league like that is not good for the game.' '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,' White said '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. ILT20 chairman and Emirates Cricket Board vice-chairman Khalid Al Zarooni said, '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.'
Arab News
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
DP World International League T20 4th season to start on UAE National Day
DUBAI: Season four of the DP World International League T20 tournament will start on Dec. 2 — UAE National Day — it has been announced. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The six-team, 34-match tournament will conclude just over a month later, with the final taking place on Jan. 4, 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 for February-March 2026. ILT20 chairman ILT20 and Emirates Cricket Board vice chairman, Khalid Al-Zarooni, said: 'We are delighted to confirm that the DP World International League T20 season four 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 honor for us to join the nation in the UAE National Day 2025 celebrations with the launch of the region's biggest T20 league on the same day.' DP World ILT20 CEO David White added: 'The ICC Men's T20 World Cup begins in early February; hence it was important for us to start and finish season four 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 the December-January window will provide the teams the best opportunity to access a bigger pool of players. 'Season three 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. We are now fully focused on making an even bigger impact as we turn our attention to Season 4.' Season three featured major 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 trophy, edging out the Desert Vipers in a thrilling final which was played in front of a full house at the Dubai International Stadium.
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Business Standard
14-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Season four of ILT20 set to return with a new December-January window
In a major announcement across their official website and social media platforms, MI Emirates confirmed that the fourth season of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) will be held from 2 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. This new window aligns perfectly with the festive season in the Gulf, beginning on UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad) and running through Christmas and New Year. As cricket fever grips the region, fans can look forward to another season of world-class action. The MI Emirates franchise, in their release, also talked about the unique timing and cultural significance of this year's edition, expressing excitement about launching the tournament during a period that celebrates both national pride and global festivities. Ladies & gentlemen, #DPWorldILT20 is back for Season 4⃣ ???? Get ready and save the date as we are all set to entertain in UAE's blockbuster festival of cricket ???????????? #OneFamily #MIEmirates — MI Emirates (@MIEmirates) May 14, 2025 A Celebration Beyond Cricket Chairman of ILT20 and Vice-Chairman of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), Khalid Al Zarooni, expressed that launching the tournament on UAE National Day is a tribute to the country and its diverse population of cricket fans. He said it is a proud moment to start Season 4 as part of the National Day celebrations, emphasising the UAE's identity as a global hub for cricket enthusiasts. Strategic Timing Ahead of T20 World Cup ILT20 CEO David White explained that the new schedule was carefully chosen after consulting stakeholders. He noted that the December–January window not only avoids clashes with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in February 2026, but also provides franchises access to a larger pool of international talent. The timing ensures players are match-ready for both domestic and international duties. MI Emirates: From Mixed Fortunes to Fresh Hopes Reflecting on Season 3, MI Emirates described their campaign as a 'mixed bag', reaching the playoffs but exiting in the Eliminator. However, memories of the 2024 championship-winning squad, led by Nicholas Pooran, remain vivid. The team hopes to recreate that magic in Season 4 and give fans more moments to cherish in their signature blue and gold.
