ILT20 season 3 to begin on Jan 11, final on Feb 9 - World News Network

Dubai [UAE], November 30 (ANI): The International League T20 (ILT20) season 3 will be starting on January 11, and the final is scheduled for February 9 in Dubai.
A video was released that features Australia legend David Warner who has been retained in the Dubai Capitals’ Season 3 squad; Warner captained the Dubai Capitals team in ILT20 Season 2. Warner is partnered by Abu Dhabi Knight Rider’s new signing the former West Indies captain Jason Holder – Holder represented the Dubai Capitals’ in ILT20 Season 2.
The minute-long video celebrates the fun, the entertainment and the joy that is always on offer in the UAE amid the ILT20 cricketing action which begins at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday, January 11.
The video which sees Warner and Holder playing different roles while wearing colourful and traditional outfits was shot at iconic Dubai locations like Meydan Racecourse, Al Awir (Desert Safari) and Dubai downtown – backdrop of Burj Al-Arab Tower.
The International League Season 3 Enter the Epic video has been unveiled across tournament broadcaster Zee Network (linear and social media) and the ILT20 social media platforms. The video is available both in English and Hindi versions (Jalwa Hai Epic).
ILT20 Chief Executive Officer David White said, “The inclusion of international stars such as David Warner and Jason Holder in our promotional and marketing strategies is reflective of our mission to elevate upcoming edition on a global scale,” as quoted by a release from ILT20.
“Their presence not only signifies a competitive tournament but also highlights the shared passion for cricket that transcends borders. We are extremely excited to invite fans at the upcoming edition which will provide unforgettable memories,” he said.
In the tournament opener, defending champions MI Emirates will take on Season 2 finalists Dubai Capitals in a rematch of the grand Season 2 finale which played in front of a packed DIS in February this year.
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. (ANI)

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