ILT20 2025 Kicks Off with Grand Opening Ceremony at Dubai International Stadium
Dubai, UAE – The highly anticipated ILT20 2025 began with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Dubai International Stadium, setting the tone for an action-packed tournament. The star-studded event featured Bollywood icons Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, and Sonam Bajwa, who dazzled the audience with electrifying performances. Hosting duties were carried out by Jackky Bhagnani and Ridhima Pathak, ensuring an engaging evening for fans. The ceremony concluded with a mesmerizing fireworks display, adding to the excitement in the packed stadium.
Inaugural Match: Dubai Capitals vs. MI Emirates
Following the opening ceremony, the tournament’s first match saw the Dubai Capitals face off against defending champions MI Emirates in a thrilling rematch of last year’s final. MI Emirates won the toss and elected to field, with the game commencing at 7:30 pm local time.
Where to Watch and Ticket Offers
Global audiences can catch the action live on the Zee Network and its digital platforms, available both online and on television. Fans can also take advantage of special ticket promotions, including a bundle of four general admission tickets for just AED 40, starting January 12. Pavilion and Platinum tickets are available at a 25% discount for a limited time.
Star-Studded Lineup
The month-long tournament features an impressive roster of international cricket stars:
- Dubai Capitals: David Warner, Sikandar Raza, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Rovman Powell
- MI Emirates: Nicholas Pooran, Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, Roston Chase, Phil Salt
- Desert Vipers: Lockie Ferguson, Fakhar Zaman, Alex Hales, Sherfane Rutherford
- Gulf Giants: James Vince, Shimron Hetmyer, Tim David, Ibrahim Zadran, Chris Jordan
- Sharjah Warriors: Tim Southee, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Matthew Wade, Adil Rashid, Sam Curran
A Tournament to Remember
With elite cricketers from across the globe participating, ILT20 2025 promises to deliver high-octane cricket and unforgettable moments. Fans are eager to see their favorite players in action as the tournament unfolds, culminating in what is sure to be a grand finale.