• “We are delighted to partner with Dream11 for a three-year period. The partnership is another step towards our goal of delivering unparalleled cricketing entertainment. Dream11’s extensive user base and innovative platform will help us further extend the DP World ILT20’s reach and bring fans closer to the action,” says CEO DP World ILT20 David White
• “We are excited to partner with DP World ILT20 for the next three seasons. At Dream11, enhancing sports fan engagement is at the core of what we do, and partnerships like these play a vital role in achieving that goal,” says CMO Dream Sports Vikrant Mudaliar
• Full match schedule for DP World ILT20 Season 3 available below, tournament to be broadcast on Zee Network in India. Broadcast partners for rest of the world to be announced in the coming days
• To download match photos from Season 2, click here

Dubai, 9 December 2024: The DP World International League T20 has entered a three-year partnership with Dream11 – world’s largest fantasy sports platform (with more than 220 million users). The partnership is set to provide real thrill and excitement to the fans as riveting cricketing action unfolds in Season 3 of the tournament from Saturday, 11 January at the Dubai International Stadium. The partnership will also be in place for DP World ILT20 Seasons 4 and 5 – 2026 and 2027.

The partnership aims to enhance fan engagement and bring cricket enthusiasts closer to the game. Fans will get the opportunity to create fantasy teams and experience the DP World ILT20 in a more immersive way, driving deeper connections with their favourite players and teams through Dream11’s interactive fantasy sports platform.

This partnership reinforces DP World ILT20’s commitment to innovation and fan engagement, ensuring that every match delivers not just thrilling cricket but also unforgettable experiences for the fans.

DP World ILT20 CEO David White: “We are delighted to partner with Dream11 for a three-year period. The partnership is another step towards our goal of delivering unparalleled cricketing entertainment. Dream11’s extensive user base and innovative platform will help us further extend the DP World ILT20’s reach and bring fans closer to the action.”

“Dream11’s platform, which boasts of over 220 million users, provides a perfect avenue for DP World ILT20’s fan base. This partnership also opens new opportunities for engagement, including exclusive content, live fantasy challenges, and interactive competitions.”

Chief Marketing Officer, Dream Sports, Vikrant Mudaliar: ”We are excited to partner with DP World ILT20 for the next three seasons. At Dream11, enhancing sports fan engagement is at the core of what we do, and partnerships like these play a vital role in achieving that goal.

“This collaboration offers a great opportunity to bring cricket enthusiasts closer to the action and deepen their connection with the league.”

A total of 34 matches will be staged in the month-long Season 3. The tournament will conclude with the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, 9 February.

The six DP World ILT20 franchises have retained T20 superstars like Andre Russell (Abu Dhabi Knight Riders), Sunil Narine (Abu Dhabi Knight Riders), Alex Hales (Desert Vipers), Sherfane Rutherford (Desert Vipers), David Warner (Dubai Capitals), Rovman Powell (Dubai Capitals), Chris Jordan (Gulf Giants), Shimron Hetmyer (Gulf Giants), Akeal Hossein (MI Emirates), Nicholas Pooran (MI Emirates), Adil Rashid (Sharjah Warriorz Wildcard Pick in Season 2) and Johnson Charles (Sharjah Warriorz).

England white-ball great Jason Roy (Sharjah Warriorz) returns to the league after making two appearances for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders last season. Former West Indies captain Jason Holder will appear for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, the all-rounder played for the Dubai Capitals last season.

Additionally, Fakhar Zaman (Desert Vipers), Shai Hope (Dubai Capitals), Lockie Ferguson (Desert Vipers), Roston Chase (Abu Dhabi Knight Riders), Matthew Wade (Sharjah Warriorz), Ibrahim Zadran (Gulf Giants) and Romario Shepherd (MI Emirates) will make their DP World ILT20 debuts during Season 3.

DP World International League T20 – Season 3 match schedule:

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