The highly anticipated third season of the DP World ILT20 is set to begin on January 11, 2025, and promises to be bigger and more exciting than ever before. The opening match will see the defending champions, MI Emirates, take on Dubai Capitals at the Dubai International Stadium (DIS). This marks the start of a thrilling 34-match tournament that will run through to February 9, 2025, with the final being played at the same iconic venue.
The 2025 ILT20 will see matches played across three premier venues in the UAE: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Dubai will host the most games, with 15 matches scheduled at the DIS. Abu Dhabi will feature 11 games, while Sharjah will host 8. The tournament will bring world-class T20 cricket to fans, with each match offering something special.
The tournament schedule includes exciting weekend double-headers, with afternoon matches starting at 2:00 PM and evening games at 6:00 PM, allowing fans to enjoy non-stop cricket action. Fans can expect to see top international players, including Andre Russell, David Warner, and Jason Roy, in action, alongside some of the best talent from the UAE.
ILT20 CEO David White expressed his excitement about the upcoming season, saying, "We are set for a bigger and better edition of the DP World ILT20. With global T20 superstars and the best of UAE talent, the 34-match tournament promises exciting cricket for fans worldwide."
The tournament will offer fans an unparalleled cricketing experience, with each match featuring a blend of thrilling batting and bowling. With star players and top-level competition, this edition of the ILT20 is expected to be a landmark event in T20 cricket.
The schedule includes multiple matchups that will bring intense rivalry, including the opening match between Dubai Capitals and MI Emirates, and games featuring teams like the Desert Vipers, Gulf Giants, and Sharjah Warriorz. Additionally, there will be two key qualification matches (Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2), along with an eliminator to decide the teams competing for the championship.
The season will culminate in the final on February 9, 2025, where the winner of Qualifier 1 will face the winner of Qualifier 2, ensuring a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.
Fans can watch the matches live on Zee Network in India, with global broadcast details to be announced soon. As the tournament promises to bring together the finest T20 players from around the world, it’s set to captivate audiences with its electrifying cricket action, making it an event no fan should miss.
Full Schedule of DP World ILT20 Season 3 (2025)
January 11: Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates (Dubai - 6:00 PM)
January 12: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Desert Vipers (Abu Dhabi - 2:00 PM)
Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz (Dubai - 6:00 PM)
January 13: MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
January 14: Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 15: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Sharjah Warriorz (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
January 16: Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 17: Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals (Sharjah - 6:30 PM)
Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Dubai - 2:00 PM)
January 18: Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals (Sharjah - 6:00 PM)
January 19: Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates (Sharjah - 2:00 PM)
January 20: Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 21: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs MI Emirates (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
January 22: Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 23: Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 24: MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
January 25: Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers (Sharjah - 2:00 PM)
MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants (Abu Dhabi - 6:00 PM)
January 26: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals (Abu Dhabi - 2:00 PM)
Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants (Sharjah - 6:00 PM)
January 27: MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
January 28: Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 29: Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
January 30: Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Sharjah - 6:30 PM)
January 31: Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
February 1: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants (Abu Dhabi - 6:00 PM)
February 2: MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz (Abu Dhabi - 2:00 PM)
Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (Dubai - 6:00 PM)
February 3: Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals (Sharjah - 6:00 PM)
February 5: Qualifier 1 (Seed 1 vs Seed 2) (Dubai - 6:30 PM)
February 6: Eliminator (Seed 3 vs Seed 4) (Abu Dhabi - 6:30 PM)
February 7: Qualifier 2 (Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator) (Sharjah - 6:30 PM)
February 9: Final (Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2) (Dubai - 6:00 PM)
With an exciting lineup of matches, star-studded teams, and a thrilling contest for the title, DP World ILT20 Season 3 is set to captivate cricket fans worldwide. Don't miss out on the action, as this promises to be one of the most memorable T20 tournaments of the year!
