International League T20 Season 3 Set to Ignite Cricket Fever
The excitement is palpable as the third season of the International League T20 (ILT20) is set to kick off on January 11, 2025, at the iconic Dubai International Stadium. The tournament opener promises to be a thrilling encounter, with the Dubai Capitals facing off against the defending champions, MI Emirates, at 7:15 PM local time.
34 Matches Over a Month
This month-long extravaganza will feature 34 matches running until February 9, 2025. Teams have been granted the flexibility to make replacements during the tournament to address injuries or player unavailability, ensuring a competitive edge throughout the season. Fans are eagerly anticipating the action as teams finalize their squads.
Key Squad Updates
In the lead-up to the tournament, several notable updates have been made to the rosters:
- England opener Phil Salt joins the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders as a Wildcard.
- Pakistan’s Sufiyan Muqeem replaces Hassan Khan in the same squad.
- Afghanistan spinner Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar is now part of MI Emirates.
- Sri Lanka’s Vijayakanth Viyaskanth will also play for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
Full Squads Overview
As teams gear up for the tournament, here’s a quick glance at the updated squads:
- Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Key additions include Phil Salt, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Jason Holder.
- Desert Vipers: Welcoming Dan Lawrence and Sam Curran among others.
- MI Emirates: New entries include Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar and Tom Banton.
- Sharjah Warriorz: New captain Tim Southee leads an exciting lineup.
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