The fifth season of the International League T20 (ILT20) is all set to begin on November 21, with six teams competing for the coveted title. The 2026 edition will comprise 34 matches, culminating in the final on December 20 in Dubai.
The tournament will once again feature Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates and Sharjah Warriorz. Dubai has been chosen to host both the opening game and the summit clash of the competition.
The season opener will see Desert Vipers square off against MI Emirates, while Sharjah Warriorz will begin their campaign against Gulf Giants in the second match. The third fixture of the tournament will feature Dubai Capitals against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
Evening matches to start at 6:30 PM local time
The organisers have scheduled five double-headers during the season, with four taking place on Sundays and another on Saturday. Most evening fixtures will begin at 6:30 PM local time (8:00 PM IST).
The afternoon games, meanwhile, are scheduled to start at 2:00 PM local time (3:30 PM IST). With a strong mix of international players and T20 specialists expected to feature, the fifth edition promises another exciting season of franchise cricket in the UAE.
Full ILT20 2026 schedule:
With six competitive teams, 34 matches and a host of established T20 stars expected to take the field, ILT20 2026 promises another thrilling season in the UAE. As the tournament returns for its fifth edition, fans can expect fierce battles, explosive performances and plenty of high-octane cricket.
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