DP World becomes the title sponsor of International League T20 

DP World becomes the title sponsor of International League T20 

Five-year sponsorship sees league named as the DP World International League T20

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Mumbai: The International League T20 and DP World have announced a joint five-year title sponsorship deal for the upcoming six-team franchise competition.

The agreement involves 84 international cricket stars from across the world. Andre Russell, Shimron Hetmyer, Moeen Ali, Kieron Pollard and Wanindu Hasaranga, a number of shining associate players, including Paul Stirling, Mark Watt and David Wiese, as well as 24 of the UAE’s current and rising talents, look to converge on the UAE and prepare for the inaugural season of the UAE’s home-grown T20 competition. It will be played in Dubai (Dubai International Stadium), Sharjah (Sharjah Cricket Stadium), and Abu Dhabi (Zayed Cricket Stadium) from 13 January to 12 February 2023.

The inaugural DP World International League T20 includes the teams Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates, and Sharjah Warriors. The teams will play for the magnificent, coveted trophy through a total of 34 matches, all of which will be televised live on the expansive, global Zee Network. The league’s schedule can be found by visiting www.ilt20.ae.

Opening the league is the match between Dubai Capitals and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on Friday 13 January 2023 at the Dubai International Stadium. The competition will kick off with a spectacular opening ceremony hosted by Indian rapper Badshah and R&B megastar Jason Derulo. The inaugural edition will reach its crescendo with the final played on 12 February 2023, also at the Dubai International Stadium.

Talking about the agreement, International League T20 chairman Khalid Al Zarooni said, "We are exceptionally pleased to enter into this multi-year partnership with DP World as the title sponsor of the International League T20. DP World, a Dubai-based company with strong international recognition and long-standing relationships, is synonymous with high-profile sports and internationally renowned sporting events. This partnership between two UAE-based entities is incredibly gratifying, and we are extremely appreciative of their commitment to supporting a UAE-grown sporting initiative as we launch the inaugural edition of the league across the UAE and on to the international stage next year. We look forward to an extremely beneficial and rewarding relationship."

DP World UAE and Jafza CEO, managing director Abdulla bin Damithan said, "DP World is delighted to confirm our title partnership for the DP World International League T20 competition. The event, which reflects DP World, Dubai, and the UAE’s spirit of innovation, inclusivity, and community engagement, will help introduce the sport to new audiences in the UAE, leave a legacy, and affirm the region’s unique position as a hub for world-class sports. It will also give us an opportunity to engage with our customers, prospects, and colleagues against the backdrop of what will be a highly enjoyable cricket festival. We cannot wait to watch the action unfold and wish the ILT20 organisers, teams, players, and fans an enjoyable tournament."

Cricket fans across the world can catch the live telecast of this exciting cricket league on the league’s official media partner Zee’s linear channels, digital platform Zee5, as well as Zee Cinema SD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Anmol Cinema, &Pictures HD, &Flix SD, &Flix HD, Zee Zest SD, Zee Zest HD, Zee Bangla Cinema, and Zee Thirai.

Headquartered in Dubai, DP World has evolved into a provider of global smart end-to-end supply chain solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. It has a presence in 78 countries across six continents and employs more than 97,000 people.