Author: Gulf Times

Dubai, The DP World ILT20 Development Tournament 2024 commenced on Sunday (6 October) at the ICC Academy Oval 1, Dubai. The second edition of the development tournament provides the UAE players an opportunity of sealing one of the 12 remaining berths in the six DP World ILT20 Season 3 squads (two squad spots up for grabs in each team). Vriitya Arvind led Gulf Giants Development to a mammoth 56-run victory over the ILT20 Marvels. Arvind’s unbeaten knock of 77 runs in 64 balls placed the Giants at 165/4 in 20 overs. Aryan Lakra was also in fine form, striking…

Abu Dhabi: The World Tennis League on XX-day unveiled a star-studded lineup of players for its third season, scheduled to take place at the iconic Etihad Arena from December 19 to 22, 2024. The stellar lineup, featuring two Olympic gold medalists, five Grand Slam champions, six of the top 12 male players, and six of the top 10 female players, is set to assemble at the Etihad Arena as the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), and Miral once again gear up to host ‘The Greatest Show on Court’. The 2024 Wimbledon champion Barbora…

Harare, The NY Lagos Strikers were fan favorites, winning the adulation of spectators at Harare Sports Club during their participation in the Zim Afro T10 Tournament. With outstanding performances from key players Rassie van der Dussen, Najibullah Zadran, and Avishka Fernando NYS Lagos continued to impress at the ZIM Afro T10 tournament competing against formidable opponents, including the Cape Town Samp Army, Harare Bolts, Durban Wolves, and Jo Burg Bangla Tigers. Head Coach Chaminda Vaas expressed his gratitude, saying, “It’s been a wonderful journey, and I appreciate the squad for showcasing their skills on the field. Throughout the season,…

Dubai, The second edition of the DP World International League T20 Development Tournament will begin at the ICC Academy Oval 1 on Sunday, 6 October. Like last year, six teams will compete in the 18-match tournament that will be played on a single-league basis. The teams were selected via a draft last week, each of the six sides comprises 15 players and includes UAE’s star national players and DP World ILT20 participants. The tournament will be another opportunity for UAE’s future stars to showcase their talent and impress the six DP World ILT20 franchises ahead of Season 3 which…

Harare, The young Zimbabwean fast bowler Tinashe Muchawaya produced a bowling performance that would be remembered for quite a long as he snatched the win for the Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers from the jaws of defeat against the Cape Town Samp Army. The Tigers, who were captained by Sikandar Raza, were staring at defeat, before Muchawaya turned it around in the final four deliveries, to give the Tigers the Zim Afro T10 title, at the Harare Sports Club. Asked to bat first, the Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers’ openers were out of the blocks at good pace. Kusal Perera and Mohammad Shahzad…

Harare, It was an action packed and exciting day of knockout cricket at the second season of the Zim Afro T10, as the Sikandar Raza led Jo’Bug Bangla Tigers and the Cape Town Samp Army put in clinical performances, to seal their berths in the grand final of the tournament. Qualifier 1 promised plenty of runs, and the players did not disappoint. The Harare Bolts batted first, and it was the captain doing the majority of the heavy lifting. Dasun Shanaka scored an unbeaten 61 from 24 balls, smashing 7 boundaries and 4 sixes, as the Lahiru Milantha (19), Shehan…

Harare, In a thrilling match at the Zim Afro T10 tournament, NYS Lagos emerged victorious over the Durban Wolves, clinching a decisive 53-run win on a high note. This impressive performance sets the lineup for their upcoming clash against the Cape Town Samp Army in the Eliminator stage. Earlier in the league, the team showcased their depth and skill, securing crucial wins that established them as serious contenders in the competition. In the match against the Durban Wolves, NYS Lagos batted first and posted a competitive total of 124 runs, with Avishka Fernando leading the way with a stellar 46…

Dubai, International MMA champion Sangram Singh is excited to announce that he plans and wants to focus on winning the World Championship in MMA. Being India’s first male wrestler to win his exciting MMA debut over Pakistani fighter Ali Raza Nasir in 93 kg, Fit India icon and Commonwealth Heavyweight wrestling champion is eager to drop to 83 kg where he feels his speed and agility will give him an advantage. “I feel that moving to the 83 kg category will allow me to showcase my strengths even more effectively,” Singh stated. “I’m ready to take on this challenge and…

Harare, The second season of the Zim Afro T10 is heading for the home stretch with knockout stages around the corner. On the final day of the league stage, there was a lot of entertaining cricket on display with the Cape Town Samp Army, NYS Lagos and the Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers putting in clinical performances. Up next, in Qualifier 1, the Harare Bolts will play the Jo’Burg Bangla Tigers, and in the Eliminator, the NYS Lagos come up against the Cape Town Samp Army. The winner of the Qualifier 1 will go straight through to the final while the runner-up…

Dubai : Pakistan Education Academy (PEA) held Academic Excellence Award Ceremony at the school’s auditorium in Oud Metha, Dubai. The event, aimed at celebrating the outstanding achievements of top-performing students and teachers, which was graced by H.E. Hussain Muhammad, Consul General of Pakistan, as the Chief Guest. In his keynote speech, H.E. Hussain Muhammad praised the academic accomplishments of the students and teachers, highlighting the role of education in shaping future leaders. He extended his heartfelt congratulations to the award-winning students and high-performing teachers, commending their dedication and hard work. He also acknowledged the unwavering support of families, friends, and…