Author: Gulf Times

Dubai, As the ILT20 Season 3 enters the exciting final phase of the competition, former Indian cricketer and legendary spinner Harbhajan Singh has been impressed with the level of competition and the exciting performances on display. Reflecting on the ongoing season, Harbhajan shared his thoughts on the tournament’s dynamic stating, “The tournament is going great, and we’ve seen some excellent cricket. The good thing about this tournament is that all the teams have shown quality, which means they still have a chance to make a comeback.” He further added, “across the three venues all pitches are different which makes it…

Abu Dhabi, Tom Banton etched his name in DP World ILT20 history, becoming the first batter to score two centuries in the competition as MI Emirates cruised to a commanding 154-run victory over table-toppers Desert Vipers at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Monday. The triumph also marked the second highest margin for a victory in the DP World ILT20. Banton combined with Andre Fletcher to construct the highest stand for any wicket in T20s on UAE soil at 198 runs. Andre Fletcher remained unbeaten on 96 runs, while Banton scored 105 runs to steer the MI Emirates…

Abu Dhabi, Dubai Capitals are on the ascent having conquered three matches in succession while recording the highest run chase 207-2 against the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in DP World ILT20 history. Aside from the brilliant partnership between the heavy hitters namely Gulbadin Naib (Player of the Match scoring 80 out of 47 balls) and Shai Hope (not out with a total score of 74 from 53 balls), Dubai Capitals have now reinforced themselves as the quickest shift on the points table while looking ahead to secure the title at the third edition of ILT20. The most talked about moment…

AB de Villiers Returns to Cricket After Four Years to Lead Game Changers South Africa Champions in World Championship of Legends Dubai: Cricketing fans worldwide are set to celebrate as South African icon AB de Villiers announces his long-awaited return to the sport after nearly four years. De Villiers, revered as one of the most innovative and electrifying cricketers of all time, will lead the Game Changers South Africa Champions in the second edition of the World Championship of Legends (WCL). This premier T20 tournament, featuring retired and non-contracted cricket legends, promises a nostalgic yet exhilarating spectacle for fans across…

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.…