1. Season 4 Kick-off and Current Standings The 4th edition of the International League T20 (ILT20) is currently lighting up the cricketing world in the UAE. The league officially commenced on December 2, 2025, and is scheduled to run until January 4, 2026. This season, the window was slightly adjusted to ensure maximum player availability before the upcoming T20 World Cup. Currently, the Desert Vipers are showcasing stellar form, sitting at the top of the points table after a string of impressive performances in the opening week.
2. Defending Champions and the Title Race The Dubai Capitals, who claimed the trophy in the previous season (Jan 2025), have entered this tournament as the “Defending Champions.” They defeated the Desert Vipers in the last final, sparking a fierce rivalry. However, the Capitals have had a mixed start to this new campaign. Meanwhile, the Gulf Giants and MI Emirates are looking dangerous, with both franchises fielding star-studded lineups determined to snatch the title this year.
3. Pakistani Stars: Fakhar and Amir in Action For fans from Pakistan, the biggest attraction in ILT20 Season 4 is the Desert Vipers squad. According to squad lists, aggressive opener Fakhar Zaman and experienced pacer Mohammad Amir are key parts of the team. While other stars like Babar Azam are busy in the Big Bash League (Australia), Fakhar’s explosive batting and Amir’s swing bowling have already lit up the stadiums in Dubai and Sharjah, drawing massive crowds from the sub-continent diaspora.
4. Venues and Tournament Format All matches are being hosted across the UAE’s three world-class venues: Dubai International Stadium, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, and Sheikh Zayed Stadium (Abu Dhabi). The league follows a “Double Round-Robin” format, where every team plays each other twice. The top four teams will advance to the Playoffs, culminating in the Grand Final on January 4, 2026 in Dubai.
5. Broadcasting and Viewing Guidelines In compliance with Google Publisher Policies, cricket fans are strongly advised to watch matches only through official broadcasters. In India and the sub-continent, rights are often held by the Zee Network (Zee5) or Sony Sports (please verify local listings). Viewers should strictly avoid unauthorized streaming links or apps to ensure data safety and a high-quality viewing experience. The ILT20 is known for its high production value, second only to the IPL.
🏆 ILT20 Season 4 – Full Schedule (2025-26)
Timings in Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) | Status: Live & Action Packed
| # | Date | Fixture (Teams) | Venue | Result / Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02 Dec (Tue) | Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers (Fakhar) | Dubai | Vipers Won by 4 Wkts |
| 2 | 03 Dec (Wed) | Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi KR | Sharjah | ADKR Won by 39 Runs |
| 3 | 04 Dec (Thu) | Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates | Dubai | Giants Won by 6 Wkts |
| 4 | 05 Dec (Fri) | Desert Vipers (Amir) vs Abu Dhabi KR | Sharjah | Vipers Won |
| 5 | 06 Dec (Sat) | Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants | Dubai | Giants Won |
| 6 | 07 Dec (Sun) | Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates | Sharjah | MI Emirates Won |
| 7 | 07 Dec (Sun) | Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi KR | Dubai | Dubai Capitals Won |
| 8 | 08 Dec (Mon) | Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants | Dubai | Vipers Won |
| 9 | 09 Dec (Tue) | MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers | Abu Dhabi | Vipers Won |
| 10 | 10 Dec (Wed) | Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz | Dubai | Giants Won by 6 Wkts |
| 11 | 11 Dec (Thu) | Abu Dhabi KR vs MI Emirates | Abu Dhabi | MI Emirates Won by 7 Wkts |
| 12 | 12 Dec (Fri) | Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers | Dubai | Vipers Won |
| 13 | 13 Dec (Sat) | Abu Dhabi KR vs Dubai Capitals | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM (Tonight) |
| 14 | 14 Dec (Sun) | MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz | Abu Dhabi | 3:00 PM |
| 15 | 14 Dec (Sun) | Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| 16 | 15 Dec (Mon) | Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| 17 | 16 Dec (Tue) | Abu Dhabi KR vs Desert Vipers | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
| 18 | 17 Dec (Wed) | Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| 19 | 18 Dec (Thu) | Abu Dhabi KR vs Gulf Giants | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
| 20 | 19 Dec (Fri) | Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| 21 | 20 Dec (Sat) | Abu Dhabi KR vs MI Emirates | Abu Dhabi | 3:00 PM |
| 22 | 20 Dec (Sat) | Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| 23 | 21 Dec (Sun) | Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals | Sharjah | 3:00 PM |
| 24 | 21 Dec (Sun) | Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| 25 | 22 Dec (Mon) | Abu Dhabi KR vs Sharjah Warriorz | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
| 26 | 23 Dec (Tue) | MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
| 27 | 24 Dec (Wed) | Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz | Dubai
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