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Mid East Info
8 hours ago
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- Mid East Info
Third edition of the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament begins on Sunday, 24 August - Middle East Business News and Information
The third edition of the DP World International League T20 Development Tournament will begin on Sunday, 24 August at the ICC Academy Oval 1, Dubai. The 18-match tournament will feature six teams, and the tournament will be conducted in a single-league, round-robin format. Defending champions Gulf Giants Development will be joined by Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Development, Desert Vipers Development, Dubai Capitals Development, MI Emirates Development, and Sharjah Warriorz Development. The six tournament squads will be chosen via Player Selection Draft, which will be conducted on 18 August at the Dubai International Stadium. Each team will consist of 15 players from the UAE. The tournament is an opportunity for aspiring cricketers in UAE to showcase their talent and grab the attention of the six DP World ILT20 franchises ahead of Season 4 which will be played in December-January 2025-2026. With UAE Men's participation in the Sharjah Tri-Series (29 August to 7 September) and the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025, the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament will be a golden opportunity for UAE's emerging players to dazzle in front of the franchise selectors and earn a spot in the main event. Each of the six DP World ILT20 franchises will need to pick minimum of four UAE players per squad for tournament's Season 4 which will begin on 2 December 2025. Andrew Russell, Tournament Director – DP World ILT20 Development Tournament: 'The DP World ILT20 Development Tournament is one of the most sought-after events in the Emirates Cricket Board's domestic calendar. The platform is ideal for young and emerging players from all over the country to showcase their talent and stake a claim for a place in the DP World ILT20. 'Last year, fast bowler Farhan Ahmed was discovered by Dubai Capitals at the development tournament, Farhan went on to dazzle at the DP World ILT20 Season 3 with the Capitals winning the tournament. Saghir Khan is another player who excelled in the development tournament last year and got his chance in the big event representing the Gulf Giants. 'This particular edition is potentially the biggest opportunity for new talent to shine especially with a lot of slots up for grabs in the absence of UAE's national players who will be competing in the Tri-Series in Sharjah and the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup.' The DP World International League T20 Player Auction for Season 4 will be held a few days after the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup. The six tournament teams will each get the opportunity of adding 13 players each (a total of 78 players) to their Season 4 squads at the auction. Players interested in appearing for the Player Auction can register here. The last date for registration is Wednesday, 10 September. DP World ILT20 Development Tournament 2025 – schedule (all matches to be played at the ICC Academy – Dubai): Sunday, 24 August – 5pm – Dubai Capitals Development vs Desert Vipers Development Sunday, 24 August – 9pm – MI Emirates Development vs Gulf Giants Development Monday, 25 August – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs ADKR Development Monday, 25 August – 9pm – Gulf Giants Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Tuesday, 26 August – 5pm – ADKR Development vs MI Emirates Development Tuesday, 26 August – 9pm – Desert Vipers Development vs Sharjah Warriorz Development Wednesday, 27 August – 5pm – MI Emirates Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Wednesday, 27 August – 9pm – Gulf Giants Development vs Desert Vipers Development Thursday, 28 August – Rest / Training Friday, 29 August – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs Gulf Giants Development Friday, 29 August – 9pm – ADKR Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Saturday, 30 August – 5pm – Desert Vipers Development vs MI Emirates Development Saturday, 30 August – 9pm – Dubai Capitals Development vs Sharjah Warriorz Development Sunday, 31 August – 7pm – Desert Vipers Development vs ADKR Development Monday, 1 September – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs MI Emirates Development Monday, 1 September – 9pm – ADKR Development vs Gulf Giants Development Tuesday, 2 September – 5pm – Semi-Final 1 Tuesday, 2 September – 9pm – Semi-Final 2 Wednesday, 3 September – 7pm – Final 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.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Third edition of ILT20 Development Tournament begins on August 24
The third edition of the DP World International League T20 Development Tournament will begin on August 24 at the ICC Academy Oval 1, Dubai. The 18-match tournament will feature six teams, and the tournament will be conducted in a single-league, round-robin format. Defending champions Gulf Giants Development will be joined by Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Development, Desert Vipers Development, Dubai Capitals Development, MI Emirates Development, and Sharjah Warriorz Development. The six tournament squads will be chosen via Player Selection Draft, which will be conducted on 18 August at the Dubai International Stadium. Each team will consist of 15 players from the UAE. The tournament is an opportunity for aspiring cricketers in UAE to showcase their talent and grab the attention of the six DP World ILT20 franchises ahead of Season 4 which will be played in December-January 2025-2026. With UAE Men's participation in the Sharjah Tri-Series (29 August to 7 September) and the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025, the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament will be a golden opportunity for UAE's emerging players to dazzle in front of the franchise selectors and earn a spot in the main event. Each of the six DP World ILT20 franchises will need to pick minimum of four UAE players per squad for tournament's Season 4 which will begin on December 2. 'The DP World ILT20 Development Tournament is one of the most sought-after events in the Emirates Cricket Board's domestic calendar. The platform is ideal for young and emerging players from all over the country to showcase their talent and stake a claim for a place in the DP World ILT20," said Andrew Russell, Tournament Director - DP World ILT20 Development Tournament. 'Last year, fast bowler Farhan Ahmed was discovered by Dubai Capitals at the development tournament, Farhan went on to dazzle at the DP World ILT20 Season 3 with the Capitals winning the tournament. Saghir Khan is another player who excelled in the development tournament last year and got his chance in the big event representing the Gulf Giants. 'This particular edition is potentially the biggest opportunity for new talent to shine especially with a lot of slots up for grabs in the absence of UAE's national players who will be competing in the Tri-Series in Sharjah and the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup.' The DP World International League T20 Player Auction for Season 4 will be held a few days after the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup. The six tournament teams will each get the opportunity of adding 13 players each (a total of 78 players) to their Season 4 squads at the auction.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
ILT20 Development Tournament to begin August 24: Full schedule, venue - All you need to know
The third edition of the International League T20 (ILT20) Development Tournament is set to kick off on Sunday, 24 August at the ICC Academy Oval 1, Dubai, offering UAE's emerging cricketers a golden chance to impress franchise scouts ahead of Season 4 of the main event. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Six teams will battle in the 18-match, single-league, round-robin competition — Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Development, Desert Vipers Development, Dubai Capitals Development, defending champions Gulf Giants Development, MI Emirates Development, and Sharjah Warriorz Development. The squads, each comprising 15 UAE-based players, will be finalised through the Player Selection Draft on 18 August at the Dubai International Stadium. With a minimum of four UAE players mandated per ILT20 Season 4 franchise squad, selectors will be watching closely. Poll Do you believe the ILT20 Development Tournament is a vital stepping stone for young cricketers? Yes No Prime platform for young talent Tournament Director Andrew Russell hailed the event's role in nurturing homegrown talent. 'The ILT20 Development Tournament is one of the most sought-after events in the Emirates Cricket Board's domestic calendar. The platform is ideal for young and emerging players from all over the country to showcase their talent and stake a claim for a place in the ILT20,' Russell said. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Palembang: Unsold Sofas Prices May Surprise You (Prices May Surprise You) Sofas | Search Ads Search Now Undo by Taboola by Taboola Citing past success stories, Russell noted: 'Last year, fast bowler Farhan Ahmed was discovered by Dubai Capitals at the development tournament. He went on to dazzle at ILT20 Season 3, helping the Capitals win the title. Saghir Khan is another player who excelled in the development tournament and later represented Gulf Giants in the main event.' This year's edition could be an even greater opportunity, Russell added, with UAE's national players unavailable due to their commitments in the Sharjah Tri-Series (29 August–7 September) and the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025. Season 4 promises high stakes Season 4 of the ILT20 will begin on 2 December 2025 — coinciding with UAE National Day — and will run until 4 January 2026, featuring six franchises across 34 matches. The International League T20 Player Auction for the main tournament will take place shortly after the Asia Cup, allowing each team to sign 13 players (total 78 slots) for their squads. For many participants, the Development Tournament could be the bridge to franchise cricket and a professional career. As Russell summed it up: 'This edition is potentially the biggest opportunity for new talent to shine.' The last date for player registration for the Season 4 auction is Wednesday, 10 September. Full Schedule ILT20 Development Tournament 2025 Sunday, 24 August – 5pm – Dubai Capitals Development vs Desert Vipers Development Sunday, 24 August – 9pm – MI Emirates Development vs Gulf Giants Development Monday, 25 August – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs ADKR Development Monday, 25 August – 9pm – Gulf Giants Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Tuesday, 26 August – 5pm – ADKR Development vs MI Emirates Development Tuesday, 26 August – 9pm – Desert Vipers Development vs Sharjah Warriorz Development Wednesday, 27 August – 5pm – MI Emirates Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Wednesday, 27 August – 9pm – Gulf Giants Development vs Desert Vipers Development Thursday, 28 August – Rest / Training Friday, 29 August – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs Gulf Giants Development Friday, 29 August – 9pm – ADKR Development vs Dubai Capitals Development Saturday, 30 August – 5pm – Desert Vipers Development vs MI Emirates Development Saturday, 30 August – 9pm – Dubai Capitals Development vs Sharjah Warriorz Development Sunday, 31 August – 7pm – Desert Vipers Development vs ADKR Development Monday, 1 September – 5pm – Sharjah Warriorz Development vs MI Emirates Development Monday, 1 September – 9pm – ADKR Development vs Gulf Giants Development Tuesday, 2 September – 5pm – Semi-Final 1 Tuesday, 2 September – 9pm – Semi-Final 2 Wednesday, 3 September – 7pm – Final *Venue: All matches to be played at the ICC Academy – Dubai Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
