Author: Gulf Times

Dubai, UAE women’s cricket captain Esha Oza, who was awarded the ICC Women’s Associate Cricketer of the Year 2024 award last Sunday, met with cricket legends Anjum Chopra and Urooj Mumtaz on the side-lines of the ongoing DP World ILT20 Season 3 and sought valuable advice from them ahead of an important year for UAE women with the ICC Women’s World Cup qualification at stake. “It was great meeting Anjum and Urooj, both icons of the game and understanding from them how they dealt with pressure and to chat with them so openly and candidly was great. In 2022, when…

Dubai, The MI Emirates’ captain Nicholas Pooran was in the form of his life, as he guided his side over the line against the Gulf Giants, at the Dubai International Stadium on Friday evening, in Season 3 of the DP World ILT20. The MI Emirates won the game by five wickets and also registered their first victory of the season in Dubai. Skipper Pooran, who walked away with the player of the match award, finished unbeaten on 58 off 37 deliveries, also won the player of the match award. Earlier in the evening, the Gulf Giants, who were put into…

Abu Dhabi, West Indies’ icon Dwayne Bravo is now channelling his experience and expertise into coaching, taking charge as the head coach of the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the DP World ILT20 Season 3. Having been a key part of MI Emirates’ title-winning campaign in the second season, Bravo brings a wealth ILT20 experience, with 19 wickets in 18 matches across two seasons. “It’s been good. I’m familiar with the franchise, which definitely helps. I’ve also had a lot of success with them in the past, so that adds to the comfort,” Bravo said about his transition to coaching…

Sharjah, The Sharjah Warriorz put up a spirited performance as they banked on Johnson Charles’ 65 and some fine bowling from Adam Zampa and Adam Milne to soar to a four-wicket win against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the DP World ILT20 clash at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The win serves as a massive boost to the Warriorz chances of making it past the group stages as they climb from the sixth to third spot with eight points in nine matches. Chasing 162, the Sharjah Warriorz were on the money from the get-go as Charles and Tom Kohler-Cadmore came out…

Adani Sportsline launches ‘Little Giants’ tournament in Dubai Dubai, Adani Sportsline is delighted to announce the inaugural edition of the ‘Little Giants’ school tournament held at Vision Cricket Center in Dubai from 21 January to 29 January 2025. The tournament brought together eight talented teams from top schools in the UAE to compete in an exciting cricket tournament. The tournament aimed to foster young talent in the country by providing an exceptional platform for budding cricketers to showcase their skills. Aligned with Adani Sportsline’s vision of nurturing grassroots sports, the event delivered competitive games and memorable moments on the field.…

As I walked through the bustling halls of the Dubai World Trade Centre, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe and wonder. Arab Health 2025 was in full swing, bringing together thousands of healthcare professionals, innovators, and industry leaders from around the world. A Platform for Connection and Growth For four days, the exhibition and conference provided a platform for people to connect, share ideas, and learn from each other. It was a spac e where clinicians, researchers, and industry experts could come together to discuss the latest advancements in healthcare and explore new opportunities for collaboration. Innovation…

Dubai The Desert Vipers restored their authority as table-toppers with a comprehensive five-wicket victory against the Gulf Giants. A composed knock of 70 runs in 54 balls from Max Holden ensured they cruised home in 19 overs at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday. Having already sealed a playoff spot, the Vipers cemented a top-two finish with this win. Earlier in the contest, three-wicket hauls from Wanindu Hasaranga and Sam Curran limited the Giants to a meagre score of 129/8 despite Tom Curran’s late flourish of 64 runs in 34 balls, with nine fours and a six. The Desert Vipers…

Dubai: The much-awaited Legend 90 League, featuring cricketing stars such as Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, and former New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor, generated excitement as Team Delhi Royals revealed their official jersey in a ceremony attended by Indian legend Shikhar Dhawan. The launch marks an important milestone for the franchise as they gear up for their campaign in this prestigious tournament. Addressing the jersey launch as a significant step in Delhi Royals’ journey, Devender Kadyan, team owner of Delhi Royals shared, “Today marks a proud moment for Delhi Royals as we present our team jersey for the Legend 90…

Dubai, Johnson Charles ignited the Dubai International Stadium, leading the Sharjah Warriorz to a resounding nine-wicket victory on Tuesday night. His breathtaking knock of 71 runs in 33 balls set up a flawless run chase in only 11.5 overs as the Warriorz maintained their undefeated record against the Dubai Capitals in the DP World ILT20. An impactful show from the spinners including two wickets for 28 runs from Adam Zampa in the first innings restricted the Dubai Capitals to 131/9. The result gives the Warriorz’s net run rate a significant boost, keeping them firmly in the fray for a…

Dubai: In an exciting news for cricket fans, Sony Sports Network has secured the television broadcast rights of the highly anticipated Legend 90 League which will be played from February 6 to 18 in Raipur. The Legend 90 League will feature cricket stalwarts such as former Indian cricketers Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, former New Zealand batter Ross Taylor, former Australian skipper Aaron Finch etc. With this partnership Legend 90 League and Sony Sports Network aim to reach a larger audience base. *Speaking on the partnership, Shivain Sharma, Director of the Legend 90 League*, said, “We are delighted…