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DP World ILT20 cricket league developments

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The fifth season of the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) was officially launched in Dubai, with the tournament is scheduled to take place run from November 22 21 to December 20, 2026. Matches are set 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 be hosted 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. Cricket legends Brett Lee and Shoaib Akhtar were announced as league ambassadors. Following Notable fixtures include the launch, team 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 progressed with continue as the Sharjah Warriorz finalizing Warriorz, led by head coach Adrian Birrell, finalized a 23-member squad after following a player auction in Dubai. Led by head coach Adrian Birrell, the The team’s roster includes significant acquisitions such as England’s largest acquisition was England pacer Richard Gleeson and for USD 180,000, followed by Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi, alongside returning players like Nabi for USD 140,000. The roster also includes Adil Rashid Rashid, Paul Walter, and a core members including of players such as James Vince 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.

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