DP World ILT20 announces thrilling three-year partnership with Dream11

The DP World International League T20 has established a three-year collaboration with Dream11, the largest fantasy sports platform globally, boasting over 220 million users. This partnership is poised to deliver an exhilarating experience for fans as captivating cricket action commences in Season 3 of the tournament on Saturday, January 11, at the Dubai International Stadium. Furthermore, this collaboration will extend to DP World ILT20 Seasons 4 and 5, scheduled for 2026 and 2027.

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The initiative seeks to enhance fan interaction and draw cricket aficionados closer to the sport. Supporters will have the chance to assemble fantasy teams, allowing them to engage with the DP World ILT20 in a more immersive manner, thereby fostering deeper connections with their preferred players and teams through Dream11’s interactive platform.

This partnership underscores DP World ILT20’s dedication to innovation and fan engagement, ensuring that each match not only offers thrilling cricket but also creates memorable experiences for the audience.

DP World ILT20 CEO David White: “We are delighted to partner with Dream11 for a three-year period. The partnership is another step towards our goal of delivering unparalleled cricketing entertainment. Dream11’s extensive user base and innovative platform will help us further extend the DP World ILT20’s reach and bring fans closer to the action.”

“Dream11’s platform, which boasts of over 220 million users, provides a perfect avenue for DP World ILT20’s fan base. This partnership also opens new opportunities for engagement, including exclusive content, live fantasy challenges, and interactive competitions.”

Chief Marketing Officer, Dream Sports, Vikrant Mudaliar: ”We are excited to partner with DP World ILT20 for the next three seasons. At Dream11, enhancing sports fan engagement is at the core of what we do, and partnerships like these play a vital role in achieving that goal.

“This collaboration offers a great opportunity to bring cricket enthusiasts closer to the action and deepen their connection with the league.”

A total of 34 matches will be held during the month-long Season 3, culminating in the final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, February 9.

The six franchises of DP World ILT20 have retained T20 luminaries such as Andre Russell and Sunil Narine from the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Alex Hales and Sherfane Rutherford from the Desert Vipers, David Warner and Rovman Powell from the Dubai Capitals, Chris Jordan and Shimron Hetmyer from the Gulf Giants, and Akeal Hosein and Nicholas Pooran from MI Emirates, along with Adil Rashid and Johnson Charles from Sharjah Warriorz.

England’s white-ball star Jason Roy returns to the league with Sharjah Warriorz after two appearances for the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders last season. Former West Indies captain Jason Holder will also join the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, having played for the Dubai Capitals in the previous season.

Additionally, players such as Fakhar Zaman from the Desert Vipers and Shai Hope from the Dubai Capitals will also participate.

DP World International League T20 – Season 3 match schedule:

Saturday, 11 January – Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:00pm
Sunday, 12 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
Sunday, 12 January – Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:00pm
Monday, 13 January – MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Tuesday, 14 January – Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30pm
Wednesday, 15 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Thursday, 16 January – Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30pm
Friday, 17 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:30pm
Saturday, 18 January – Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 2:00pm
Saturday, 18 January – Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00pm
Sunday, 19 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates, Sharjah – 2:00pm
Sunday, 19 January – Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00pm
Monday, 20 January – Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers, Dubai – 6:30pm
Tuesday, 21 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs MI Emirates, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Wednesday, 22 January – Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30pm
Thursday, 23 January – Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30pm
Friday, 24 January – MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Saturday, 25 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers, Sharjah – 2:00pm
Saturday, 25 January – MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00pm
Sunday, 26 January – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
Sunday, 26 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants, Sharjah – 6:00pm
Monday, 27 January – MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Tuesday, 28 January – Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz, Dubai – 6:30pm
Wednesday, 29 January – Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants, Dubai – 6:30pm
Thursday, 30 January – Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Sharjah – 6:30pm
Friday, 31 January – Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates, Dubai – 6:30pm
Saturday, 1 February – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants, Abu Dhabi – 6:00pm
Sunday, 2 February – MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz, Abu Dhabi – 2:00pm
Sunday, 2 February – Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Dubai – 6:00pm
Monday, 3 February – Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals, Sharjah – 6:00pm
Wednesday, 5 February – Qualifier 1 – Seed 1 vs Seed 2, Dubai – 6:30pm
Thursday, 6 February – Eliminator – Seed 3 vs Seed 4, Abu Dhabi – 6:30pm
Friday, 7 February – Qualifier 2 – Loser of Q1 vs Winner of Eliminator, Sharjah – 6:30pm
Sunday, 9 February – Final – Winner of Q1 vs Winner of Q2, Dubai – 6:00pm