Author: Gulf Times

Dubai: The final of the Pro Cricket League 2024 showcased the dominance of the Ghaziabad Bhawani Tigers, who secured the championship by defeating the Sahgal Delhi Demons by 6 wickets in a match that highlighted their all-around prowess. Winning the toss, the Bhawani Tigers opted to field first, a decision that paid dividends early on. The Demons struggled to find their footing, collapsing to 31/4 within the powerplay. Shahbaz Nadeem was the catalyst for the Tigers’ success, striking early and finishing with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for just 14 runs in 4 overs. As the innings progressed, Robin…

Dubai, UAE – The Africa Global Business Connect Summit (AGBC Summit) 2024, scheduled for November 7-8, 2024, at the luxurious One&Only One Za’abeel, promises to be a groundbreaking event connecting private and public sectors to drive commerce and shift perceptions towards Africa. Unlocking Africa’s Potential Founded by Magdalena Radecka, CEO of Best Global Business (BGB), the summit aims to unite businesses and individuals sharing similar values and ethical principles to ignite transformation. “Africa’s boundless potential can only be unlocked through concrete action and collaboration,” Radecka emphasized. “Our comprehensive approach combines branding, marketing, business strategy, legal counsel, and market entry expertise…

Dubai : In a thrilling day of semi-final action at the Pro Cricket League, the stage is set for a captivating final as the Sahgal Delhi Demons and Ghaziabad Bhawani Tigers emerged victorious in their respective matches. Semi-Final 1: Ghaziabad Bhawani Tigers Defeat Faridabad Sledgehammers Knights by 18 Runs The first semi-final witnessed the Ghaziabad Bhawani Tigers facing the Faridabad Sledgehammers Knights, who won the toss and chose to field. The Tigers began their innings steadily, with opener Vikas Singh making a valuable contribution of 52 runs off 37 balls. A vital partnership followed as overseas star Peter Trego…

Dubai: The Pro Cricket League witnessed an electrifying contest as the Noida Eagles faced off against the Faridabad Sledgehammers Knights. Winning the toss, the Sledgehammers opted to field first, a decision that would soon be tested by the Eagles’ explosive batting. The Eagles struggled initially, losing both openers during the powerplay. However, Ankit Narwal stepped up brilliantly, scoring a stunning unbeaten 136 runs off 62 balls, peppered with 13 fours and 10 sixes. His captain, Kuldeep Hudda, provided solid support with a quickfire 37 off 21 deliveries. The Eagles ended their innings with a competitive total of 217/6. In response,…

Dubai: Hong Kong Cricket is excited to announce a star-studded lineup of commentators and presenters for the highly anticipated and thrilling Hong Kong Sixes 2024 tournament which is scheduled to take place from November 1 to November 3 at the Tin Kwong Road Cricket Ground, featuring 12 teams, competing in six-a-side matches. Fans can watch all the action Live on Star Sports Network and Fancode. The competition that has made a return after seven years promises to be an exhilarating showcase of cricketing talent, and our expert team is ready to deliver all the action live. The starry list…

Dubai: In a compelling contest of the Pro Cricket League, the Sahgal Delhi Demons triumphed over the Noida Eagles by 7 wickets, marking their fourth consecutive victory while leaving the Eagles still searching for their first win of the season. Winning the toss, the Demons opted to field first, a decision that set the stage for an engaging contest. The Noida Eagles responded positively, with openers Ankit Narwal and Alok Ranjan building a solid partnership of 69 runs. Narwal was dismissed for 23 off 20 balls, but Ranjan took charge, smashing a brisk 52 off just 34 deliveries. Captain…

Dubai : In a nail-biting encounter, the Sahgal Delhi Demons triumphed over the Faridabad Sledgehammers Knights in Game 1 of the day, showcasing grit and determination. Winning the toss, Faridabad opted to field, a decision that initially appeared promising. The Demons began confidently, with opener Mohammad Sultan Ansari launching an explosive innings, scoring 70 runs off just 34 balls, including 6 fours and 6 sixes. Despite Sarul Kanwar’s early departure in the second over, Ansari found solid support from captain Phil Mustard, who crafted a steady 77 off 50 balls. Their partnership laid a strong foundation, enabling the Demons…

Abu Dhabi: The third season of the World Tennis League is here and the preparations are in full swing! Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT) and Miral, is gearing up to enthral the spectators as one of the biggest events on the world sporting calendar comes back to the Etihad Arena. WTL Season 3 will be held from December 19th to 22nd, 2024, featuring 16 players across 4 teams. With a unique format of sports and live music, this year, the league will feature top tennis players…

Dubai: The first match of the day at the Pro Cricket League saw the Ghaziabad Bhawani Tigers take on the Gurugram Patriots. Winning the toss, the Bhawani Tigers elected to field first, a decision that paid immediate dividends. Shahbaz Nadeem wreaked havoc with the new ball, claiming 2 wickets in the very first over, leaving the Patriots in early trouble. The Patriots struggled to recover, losing 3 wickets during the powerplay. Harpreet Singh Sunny and Sami Shinwari attempted to stabilize the innings, scoring 44 and an unbeaten 46 runs respectively. However, their efforts were not enough to propel the…

Dubai, As the DP World ILT20 gears up for its third edition, scheduled to commence from January 11th, 2025, cricketing icons Shoaib Akhtar and Virender Sehwag praised the league for its significant role in developing talent from the region and providing invaluable experience to players. The two legends spoke at the Season 3 launch event held last weekend on a yacht at Dubai Marina. The explosive Indian batter and legend of Indian cricket, Virender Sehwag, reflected on the league’s impact over the past two seasons, stating, “When we look back at the past two seasons of the DP World ILT20,…