Dubai: Some of the biggest names in T20 cricket will light up the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) Season 4, starting December 2, 2025, on UAE’s National Day.
The tournament will feature 34 thrilling matches across six teams, with the final set for January 4, 2026. Fans can expect high-octane performances from returning legends and new signings alike.
Star Power Returns
England’s 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup champions are back in action in ILT20. Players like Alex Hales, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, and Chris Woakes will represent different franchises across the league.
West Indies superstars Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Rovman Powell, Shai Hope, and Sherfane Rutherford will also feature. Shai Hope, the Season 3 Green Belt winner, was named Best Batter of the Tournament.
Additionally, Zimbabwe’s top all-rounder Sikandar Raza and Afghanistan’s pace sensation Fazalhaq Farooqi return after stellar performances in Season 3.
More Firepower Confirmed
The league has confirmed participation from:
Tim David (Australia), known for his powerful hitting
Tim Southee and Lockie Ferguson (New Zealand), both returning with pace and precision
With eight players per team already locked, franchises have completed the first phase of squad selection. This included player retentions and new signings, with deadlines on June 16 and 30.
Key Team Updates
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have signed big-hitters Hales, Livingstone, and Rutherford to strengthen their top order.
Desert Vipers welcomed Andries Gous and retained their core from last season including Curran, Hasaranga, Ferguson, and Lawrence.
Gulf Giants, the Season 1 champions, added Moeen Ali, Azmatullah Omarzai, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, marking a fresh start for their campaign.
MI Emirates added depth with all-rounders Chris Woakes and Kamindu Mendis. Woakes previously played for Sharjah Warriorz.
Sharjah Warriorz boosted their lineup with Sikandar Raza, Tim David, Maheesh Theekshana, and Saurabh Netravalkar.
Player Retentions by Team – Season 3
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Alishan Sharafu, Andre Russell, Charith Asalanka, Phil Salt, Sunil Narine
Desert Vipers: Sam Curran, Lockie Ferguson, Hasaranga, Max Holden, Dan Lawrence, David Payne, Khuzaima Bin Tanveer
Dubai Capitals: Shai Hope, Rovman Powell, Dasun Shanaka, Dushmantha Chameera, Gulbadin Naib
Gulf Giants: James Vince, Mark Adair, Blessing Muzarabani, Aayan Afzal Khan, Gerhard Erasmus
MI Emirates: Muhammad Waseem, Kusal Perera, Romario Shepherd, Fazalhaq Farooqi, AM Ghazanfar, Tom Banton
Sharjah Warriorz: Tim Southee, Johnson Charles, Kusal Mendis, Tom Kohler-Cadmore
New Signings – Season 4
Knight Riders: Hales, Livingstone, Rutherford
Vipers: Gous
Capitals: Luke Wood, Waqar Salamkheil, Muhammad Jawadullah
Giants: Omarzai, Moeen Ali, Gurbaz
MI Emirates: Woakes, Mendis
Warriorz: Raza, Theekshana, Netravalkar, David
What to Expect
With a mix of retained stars and exciting new additions, DP World ILT20 Season 4 promises fast-paced action, dramatic finishes, and unforgettable cricketing moments. Fans across the globe are already counting down to opening day.
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