The third season of the International League T20 (ILT20) is set to begin on January 11, 2024, with the final slated for February 9 in Dubai. The tournament will open with defending champions MI Emirates facing Season 2 finalists Dubai Capitals at the Dubai International Stadium.
A promotional video featuring Australian cricket legend David Warner and former West Indies captain Jason Holder has been unveiled to celebrate the upcoming season. Warner, retained by the Dubai Capitals, captained the team in ILT20 Season 2. Meanwhile, Jason Holder, a new signing for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, previously represented the Dubai Capitals in the last season.
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The vibrant video showcases Warner and Holder in colorful, traditional outfits, filmed against iconic Dubai backdrops, including the Meydan Racecourse, Al Awir (Desert Safari), and Dubai Downtown with the Burj Al-Arab Tower in the background. It highlights the excitement, entertainment, and cultural essence of the ILT20 in the UAE.
The promotional campaign, titled “Enter the Epic,” has been launched across Zee Network’s linear and social media platforms, along with ILT20’s social channels. The video is available in both English and Hindi versions under the tagline “Jalwa Hai Epic.”
David White, Chief Executive Officer of ILT20, emphasized the tournament’s global appeal: “The inclusion of international stars such as David Warner and Jason Holder in our promotional and marketing strategies reflects our mission to elevate this edition on a global scale. Their presence signifies not only a competitive tournament but also a shared passion for cricket that transcends borders.”
International League T20 – Season 3 match schedule (UAE timings):
- Saturday, 11 January – Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:00pm
- Sunday, 12 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
- Sunday, 12 January – Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:00pm
- Monday, 13 January – MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Tuesday, 14 January – Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Wednesday, 15 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Thursday, 16 January – Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Friday, 17 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:30pm
- Saturday, 18 January – Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 2:00pm
- Saturday, 18 January – Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00pm
- Sunday, 19 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates, Sharjah – 2:00pm
- Sunday, 19 January – Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00pm
- Monday, 20 January – Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Tuesday, 21 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs MI Emirates, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Wednesday, 22 January – Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Thursday, 23 January – Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Friday, 24 January – MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Saturday, 25 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers, Sharjah – 2:00pm
- Saturday, 25 January – MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00pm
- Sunday, 26 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
- Sunday, 26 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants, Sharjah – 6:00pm
- Monday, 27 January – MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Tuesday, 28 January – Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Wednesday, 29 January – Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Thursday, 30 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Sharjah – 6:30pm
- Friday, 31 January – Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Saturday, 1 February – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00pm
- Sunday, 2 February – MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
- Sunday, 2 February – Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00pm
- Monday, 3 February – Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00pm
- Wednesday, 5 February – Qualifier 1 – Seed 1 vs Seed 2, Dubai – 6:30pm
- Thursday, 6 February – Eliminator – Seed 3 vs Seed 4, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
- Friday, 7 February – Qualifier 2 – Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator, Sharjah – 6:30pm
- Sunday, 9 February – Final – Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2, Dubai – 6:00pm
Venues:
- Abu Dhabi – Zayed Cricket Stadium
- Dubai – Dubai International Stadium
- Sharjah – Sharjah Cricket Stadium