Author: Gulf Times

Sharjah, Tom Alsop played a blinder as he struck an unbeaten 85* to propel the Gulf Giants to a marvelous six-wicket win against the Sharjah Warriorz in the DP World ILT20 Season 3 clash at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday evening. Alsop was the architect of the Gulf Giants’ chance as he held his bat to see through the win alongside Tom Curran as the two Englishmen put up a match-winning stand of 65 for their second win on the trot. Chasing 172 was always going to be tricky, but Alsop and James Vince did splendidly well to get…

Abu Dhabi, Fans were treated to a thrilling run-fest at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Sunday afternoon as the Dubai Capitals pulled off a stunning eight-wicket victory over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the DP World ILT20 Season 3. Chasing a daunting 204, the Capitals were powered by match-winning performances from Shai Hope and Gulbadin Naib in a sensational 135-run partnership that laid the foundation for the largest run chase in the league’s history. Hope’s composed half-century and Naib’s explosive 80 were pivotal in the Capitals’ triumph. Earlier, Charith Asalanka set the stage for a high-scoring spectacle, with standout…

Abu Dhabi, The Gulf Giants were forced to dig deep, and they responded brilliantly, to defeat the MI Emirates by two wickets, in what was a nail-biter at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, in Season 3 of the DP World ILT20. The Gulf Giants looked down and out at one stage, before their lower order showed nerves of steel to guide the side over the finish line against the MI Emirates. The win helps the Gulf Giants move to fifth on the points table. Asked to bat first, the MI Emirates had a slow start as…

Sharjah, Alex Hales and Sam Curran powered the Desert Vipers to a commanding eight-wicket victory over the Sharjah Warriorz, here at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Their stunning 128-run partnership off just 65 balls turned a modest chase of 152 into a one-sided affair, with Hales smashing a 36-ball half-century and Curran following with a blistering 33-ball fifty. The duo ensured the Vipers sealed the win in 14.5 overs to inch closer to the play-offs stage Earlier, David Payne set the tone for the Vipers with a sharp spell of two wickets. UAE’s Khuzaima Tanveer then ripped through the middle and…

Sharjah: The emirate of Sharjah recently witnessed the grand three-day *International Medicine and Pharmacy Conference* that brought together participants from 30 countries and 120 leading medical companies. Organized under the banner of *Almatia Investment*, the event served as a significant platform for medical students, professionals, and experts to exchange knowledge, network, and explore advancements in the field of medicine and pharmacy. The event was inaugurated by **His Highness Sheikh Awad bin Mohammed bin Sheikh Mejren**, a distinguished member of the royal family. Speaking to the media, His Highness praised the efforts behind organizing such a mega event and emphasized…

Dubai, Desert Vipers Head Coach James Foster has congratulated Sri Lanka all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga and West Indies middle-order batter Sherfane Rutherford for their inclusion in the ICC One-Day International (ODI) Team of the year. “It really does fill me with a huge amount of pride that these two wonderful players who are a part of our franchise here and have been an integral part over the last two-and-a-half seasons (have been included in the ICC ODI team of the year),” said Foster. “It is great to see because we know they are world-class players, but they are also world-class individuals.…

Abu Dhabi, Alishan Sharafu, Jason Holder and Kyle Mayers played defining roles for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, as they defeated the MI Emirates by 42 runs, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, on Friday evening, in Season 3 of DP World ILT20. The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders moved to third place on the points table with the win, and Sharafu came away with the Player of the match award. Batting first, the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders had a slow start, and midway through the powerplay, they lost Kyle Mayers for 11 and Michael-Kyle Pepper for a duck, off consecutive deliveries…

Cricket stars tee-off with DP World Global Ambassador Tommy Fleetwood at DP World ILT20 Golf Day Cricket stars tee-off with DP World Global Ambassador Tommy Fleetwood at DP World ILT20 Golf Day Tommy Fleetwood, DP World’s global ambassador said, ‘I’ve had a brilliant time today, thank you to DP World for inviting me. It’s been a pleasure to meet so many DP World ILT20 players, guests and exec’s – and I hope to see you all out on the course again soon.’ Match tickets for Season 3 are available here DP World ILT20 Season 3 schedule available here,…

Dubai: Indian Legend Shikar Dhawan will earmark Team India champions for the World Championship of Legends marking the first of legends lineup for the second edition. The T20 edition is well known for inviting global cricketing stars and legends to return on the cricketing field to showcase their skills on a grander spectacle. The World Championship of Legends calendar is well known to captivate fans through the electrifying performance of marquee players, additional venues and its much-expanded potential of creating unforgettable moments on field connecting fans with their cricketing icons. Sumant Bahl, Co-Owner Team India shares his excitement of…

Dubai, A late blitzkrieg by Dasun Shanaka was instrumental in helping the Dubai Capitals register a comprehensive win against the Gulf Giants, at the Dubai International Stadium. The Dubai Capitals won by five wickets and eight deliveries to spare as Shanaka threw the kitchen sink at the Gulf Giants, to seal an important win. Asked to bat first, the Gulf Giants’ skipper James Vince looked to attack from the get-go. At the other end though, Obed McCoy gave the Dubai Capitals their first wicket, as he dismissed Ibrahim Zadran for three. Vince, who hit four boundaries in his 24, was…