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DP World ILT20 cricket league developments

Overview

The fifth season of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) is scheduled to run from November 21 to December 20, 2026. The tournament will utilize a 34-match format, consisting of a 30-match group stage where teams compete in a double round-robin structure. The top four teams will advance to the playoffs, culminating in a final at the Dubai International Stadium on December 20.

Venues for the tournament include the Dubai International Stadium, Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Notable fixtures include the season opener on November 21 between defending champions Desert Vipers and MI Emirates. A double-header is also planned for December 2 to celebrate UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad), featuring Abu Dhabi Knight Riders versus Desert Vipers and Dubai Capitals versus MI Emirates.

Team preparations continue as the Sharjah Warriorz, led by head coach Adrian Birrell, finalized a 23-member squad following a player auction in Dubai. The team’s largest acquisition was England pacer Richard Gleeson for USD 180,000, followed by Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi for USD 140,000. The roster also includes Adil Rashid, Paul Walter, and a core of players such as James Vince, Adam Milne, Waqar Salamkheil, and Sikandar Raza.

MI Emirates, coached by Mark Boucher, has announced a squad featuring Nicholas Pooran, Rashid Khan, Jonny Bairstow, and Chris Jordan.

Entities

ILT20 · MI Emirates · Dubai International Stadium · United Arab Emirates · Shoaib Akhtar

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    ILT20 Season 5 schedule and squad details announced

    The ILT20 Season 5 will run from November 21 to December 20, 2026, in the UAE, featuring 34 matches and a final in Dubai.

  2. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Sharjah Warriorz finalize 23-member squad for ILT20 Season 5

    Sharjah Warriorz have completed their 23-member squad for ILT20 Season 5, featuring major signings Richard Gleeson and Mohammad Nabi under new head coach Adrian Birrell.

  3. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    DP World ILT20 Season 5 launched in UAE

    The DP World ILT20 Season 5 has launched in the UAE, running from November 22 to December 20, 2026. Cricket legends Brett Lee and Shoaib Akhtar join as ambassadors for the tournament.

Sources

crictracker.com · gulfnews.com · ipl.com · latestly.com · mid-east.info · news18.com · newsable.asianetnews.com

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