Author: Gulf Times

Dubai, April 21, 2026 – The latest ICC Women’s T20I Player Rankings have witnessed significant movement, with players from India and South Africa making big strides following an exciting start to the five-match series in Durban. Shafali Verma Climbs to Sixth India opener Shafali Verma has advanced two places to sixth position in the batting rankings after a blistering 38-ball 57 in the second T20I. Her knock included two sixes and four fours, though it wasn’t enough to prevent an eight-wicket defeat for the visitors. The series now stands at 2-0 in favor of South Africa, who also won the opening match by six wickets. The…

With the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup edging closer, the opening T20I between South Africa and India provided both sides with an important checkpoint in their preparations for the global event in June. In Durban, South Africa drew first blood with a composed six-wicket win, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. At the heart of it was Ayabonga Khaka, whose outstanding spell of 3 for 16 helped restrict India to 157 for 7 before skipper Laura Wolvaardt anchored the chase with a measured half-century. Book your tickets for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026! Reflecting on the performance,…

LAHORE, Pakistan – Pylontech, a global leader in energy storage solutions, successfully hosted its flagship product launch event, “POWER NEXUS 2026: Powering Business, Powering Pakistan,” on April 16 in Lahore. The gathering brought together key industry partners, distributors, and energy professionals from across the country. As Pakistan transitions from a “Net Metering” to a “Net Billing” framework, the economics of solar energy are shifting. Experts at the event highlighted that grid modernization now makes energy storage the primary financial driver for solar adoption—with batteries effectively becoming the consumer’s new energy “bank.” Localization Strategy Takes Center Stage In response to this structural change, Pylontech unveiled a comprehensive Localization Strategy designed…

DUBAI: The Consulate General of Pakistan in Dubai marked Pakistan National Day with a grand ceremony, honoring the nation’s founding and highlighting the contributions of the Pakistani diaspora.Consul General H.E. Hussain Muhammad hoisted the national flag and read messages from Pakistan’s top leaders, praising the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He described the creation of Pakistan as a “peaceful and democratic struggle” and a milestone in human history.The Consul General recognized the Pakistani community in the UAE as a “vital bridge” between the two nations, highlighting their record remittances and disciplined behavior amid regional security concerns. He urged…

Dubai : Danube Properties has announced the launch of Serenz by Danube, a premium residential development designed to elevate contemporary urban living in Dubai. It was officially unveiled by Damabe Group’s Founder and Chairman Rizwan Saian, Group Managing Director – Adel Sajan, Director of Agency Relationships-Sana Sajan, along with cricket legend and Danube’s Global Ambassador – Brett Lee. Located in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), the project is envisioned as “A World of Amenities,” combining luxury, wellness, and community-focused living. Rising as an iconic 50+25-storey development, Serenz by Danube commands a prime location in JVC between Sheikh Mohammed…

Dubai : The celebrated Sajid–Wajid khandan steps into a transformative new era with the launch of WASAKA, an ambitious creative and live-entertainment venture founded by acclaimed composer Sajid Khan. Conceived as a global artistic movement, WASAKA is poised to preserve the duo’s timeless essence while reimagining it for the future. Marking its dynamic debut, WASAKA presents a power-packed musical release featuring the Original Sabri Brothers, Shabab Sabri & Danish Sabri, along with the soulful Indian Idol star Salman Ali. The track merges Sufi–Qawwali intensity with contemporary emotion, embodying the spiritual power and modern edge that continue to define the musical…

Dubai: The Desert Vipers etched their name into DP World ILT20 history, securing their maiden championship with a comprehensive 46-run victory over MI Emirates in the final at a packed Dubai International Stadium. Led by an inspirational performance from captain Sam Curran, the Vipers posted a formidable total of 182 for 4 before bundling out MI Emirates for 136 in 18.3 overs. The triumph earned the Desert Vipers a prize purse of USD 700,000 along with the prestigious Black Belt, while runners-up MI Emirates received USD 300,000. Curran starred with an unbeaten 74 off 51 deliveries, striking eight fours…

Sharjah, MI Emirates booked their spot in the DP World ILT20 Season 4 final with a convincing seven-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in Qualifier 2 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. After restricting the Knight Riders to 120/8, Shakib Al Hasan and Tom Banton sealed the chase to set up a final clash against the Desert Vipers on 4 January at the Dubai International Stadium. Allah Ghazanfar claimed three wickets for 24 runs while Alishan Sharafu’s unbeaten half-century guided the Knight Riders to a modest score. In response, Banton (62 off 53) and Shakib (38 off 24)…

Dubai: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders stayed in the hunt for the DP World ILT20 Season 4 title after sealing a 50-run win over the Dubai Capitals in the Eliminator at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday. After an impressive opening partnership between Michael Pepper and Phil Salt, the spin department of the Knight Riders ensured that the Capitals were unable to recover from their early blows. The Knight Riders will now face MI Emirates in the Qualifier 2 on Friday for a place in the final against Desert Vipers, which will be held on Sunday, January 4. Pepper hit…

Dubai: The DP World ILT20 continues to strengthen its standing as a competitive global T20 league while playing a key role in the development of UAE and regional cricketers, according to former New Zealand international and DP World ILT20 commentator Simon Doull. “The standard in general has been great, and it’s getting better year-on-year. That’s one of the things that’s impressed me most,” he observed. Doull, who has been associated with the DP World ILT20 since the inaugural season, also credited the tournament for accelerating the growth of local talent. “The standard of the local players is lifting, courtesy…