The stage was set on Sunday for the highly anticipated return of the DP World ILT20 Season 3, promising to mesmerise cricket fans across the globe.
The action started last evening with a thrilling clash between reigning champions MI Emirates and Dubai Capitals in a rematch of the Season 2 final, at the Dubai International Stadium, where Dubai Capitals won by one run.
Following two spectacular seasons, this year’s DP World ILT20 is primed to be bigger, bolder, and more exhilarating than ever before.
DP World ILT20 Tournament Ambassador Shoaib Akhtar, said: “This season, the DP World ILT20 is larger than ever before, the kind of colours and hard work that went into it last year was amazing. It’s good to see people tune in and engage with the tournament. I’m sure this season will be even better.”
Striker Ivan Toney has earned a recall to England's squad after an impressive season with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli and Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah could get his first senior cap after being selected by coach Thomas Tuchel on Friday.
Novak Djokovic marked his 38th birthday in style on Thursday, defeating Matteo Arnaldi 6-4 6-4 to reach the Geneva Open semi-finals and continue his pursuit of a 100th career title.
Table-toppers Gujarat Titans will take heart from the gutsy display by their under-utilised middle order despite their 33-run defeat against Lucknow Super Giants in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Thursday.