The ILT20 2025-2026 begins on December 2: here is the full schedule of the upcoming season, including venues and match timings.
A total of 30 league matches will be played from December 2 to 28 as Gulf Giants, Sharjah Warriors, MI Emirates, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers will battle for the ILT20 title. The top two sides at the end of the league phase will meet in Qualifier 1 on December 30, with the winners advancing straight to the final and the losers getting a second chance to qualify.
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The Eliminator, scheduled for January 1, will feature the third and fourth-placed teams. The winners of that clash will take on the losers of Qualifier 1 in Qualifier 2 on January 2 to decide the second finalist. The title clash will be held on January 4. All games will be staged across three Emirates Cricket Board venues in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
Most matches will begin at 6:30pm local time, while on double-header days the first game will start at 2pm and the second at 6:30pm.
Sharjah will vibe once again! ♥️
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ILT20 2025/2026 full schedule
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