The ILT20 2025-26 season runs from December 2, 2025, to January 4, 2026, in the United Arab Emirates. This season has 34 T20 cricket matches across three venues.
Below you’ll find the complete schedule with EST and PST timings, current points table, venue details, and streaming options.
ILT20 2025-26 Schedule
All timings below are adjusted for American viewers.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local) | EST (USA) | PST (USA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2 | DCP vs DV | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 3 | SW vs ADKR | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 4 | GG vs MIE | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 5 | DV vs ADKR | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 6 | DCP vs GG | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 7 | SW vs MIE | Sharjah | 2:00 PM | 5:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| Dec 7 | DCP vs ADKR | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 8 | DV vs GG | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 9 | MIE vs DV | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 10 | GG vs SW | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 11 | MIE vs ADKR | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 12 | GG vs DV | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 13 | ADKR vs DCP | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 14 | MIE vs SW | Abu Dhabi | 2:00 PM | 5:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| Dec 14 | DV vs DCP | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 15 | SW vs GG | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 16 | ADKR vs DV | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 17 | DCP vs MIE | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 18 | ADKR vs GG | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 19 | SW vs DCP | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 20 | ADKR vs MIE | Abu Dhabi | 2:00 PM | 5:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| Dec 20 | DV vs SW | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 21 | GG vs DCP | Sharjah | 2:00 PM | 5:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| Dec 21 | DV vs MIE | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 22 | ADKR vs SW | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 23 | MIE vs GG | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 24 | DCP vs SW | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 26 | SW vs DV | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 27 | MIE vs DCP | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 28 | GG vs ADKR | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Dec 30 | Qualifier 1 | Abu Dhabi | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Jan 1 | Eliminator | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Jan 2 | Qualifier 2 | Sharjah | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
| Jan 4 | Final | Dubai | 6:30 PM | 9:30 AM | 6:30 AM |
The league stage runs through December 28, with 30 matches before playoffs begin on December 30.
Team Full Forms:
- DV = Desert Vipers
- DCP = Dubai Capitals
- GG = Gulf Giants
- SW = Sharjah Warriorz
- MIE = MI Emirates
- ADKR = Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
ILT20 2025-26 Points Table (Updated)
The points table will be updated regularly throughout the tournament as matches are completed.
| Rank | Team | Match | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Desert Vipers | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0.234 |
| 2 | Gulf Giants | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1.054 |
| 3 | Dubai Capitals | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1.091 |
| 4 | MI Emirates | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.786 |
| 5 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.878 |
| 6 | Sharjah Warriorz | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.075 |
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and Desert Vipers are in the first two places after winning their opening game.
Teams earn 2 points for each win. If two teams finish with equal points, the team with better Net Run Rate ranks higher.
The top four teams at the end of the league stage will qualify for the playoffs.
Where to Watch ILT20 2025-26 in the USA
USA viewers can watch ILT20 2025-26 matches through Willow TV, which holds the official broadcasting rights for the tournament.
Willow TV is available as a standalone streaming service or through cable providers.
Streaming Options:
- Willow TV offers live streaming on their website and mobile app
- Available on Roku, Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, and Smart TVs
- Subscription costs around $9.99 per month
- Also available through Sling TV international sports package
You can watch matches on your laptop by visiting the Willow TV website, on mobile devices through the Willow app, or on your television through streaming devices.
Check your local cable provider as some include Willow TV in their sports packages.
ILT20 2025-26 Teams & Squads
1. Desert Vipers
Fakhar Zaman, Max Holden, Hasan Nawaz, Shemron Hetmyer, Dan Lawrence, Tawanda Muyeye, Bilal Tahir, Faisal Khan, Tom Bruce, Sam Curran, Sanjay Pahal, Android Gous, Vriitya Aravind, Naseem Shah, Khuzaima Tanveer, Lockie Ferguson (c), David Payne, Qais Ahmad, Faridoon Dawwodzai, Matiullah Khan, Noor Ahmad.
2. Dubai Capitals
Leus du Plooy, Sediqullah Atal, Usman Najeeb, Toby Albert, Rovman Powell, Gulbadin Naib, James Neesham, Dasun Shanaka (c), Navin Bidaisee, Scott Currie, David Willey, Mohammad Nabi, Shayan Jahangir, Jordan Cox, Farhan Khan, Muhammad Jawadullah, Rashil Ugarkar, Haider Ali, Waqar Salamkheil, Anudeep Chenthamara, Muhammad Farooq, Tymal Mills
3. Gulf Giants
James Vince (c), Asif Khan, Sean Dickson, Moeen Ali, Gerhard Erasmus, Kyle Mayers, Ayan Afzal Khan, Liam Dawson, Haider Razzaq, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Lorcan Tucker, Tom Moores, Meet Bhavsar, Mark Adair, Tabraiz Shamsi, Blessing Muzarabani, Matthew Forde, Chris Wood, Ramon Simmonds, Fred Klassen, Ishtiaq Ahmad, Muhammad Zuhaib
4. Sharjah Warriorz
Ethan DSouza, Tim David, Tom Abell, Sikandar Raza, Shubham Ranjane, Mohammed Aslam, Dwaine Pretorius, Harmeet Singh, Johnson Charles, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, James Rew, Dinesh Karthik, Tim Southee (c), Adil Rashid, Junaid Siddique, Saurabh Netravalkar, Jayden Seales, Richard Ngarava, Taskin Ahmed, Nathan Sowter, Abdul Salman Khan, Raees Ahmed Ayan, Wasim Akram
5. MI Emirates
Muhammad Waseem, Ackeem Auguste, Shakib Al Hasan, Kamindu Mendis, Arab Gul Momand, Kieron Pollard (c), Romario Shepherd, Jordan Thompson, Chris Woakes, Tajinder Dhillon, Jonny Bairstow, Andre Fletcher, Tom Banton, Nicholas Pooran, AM Ghazanfar, Nosthush Kenjige, Muhammad Rohid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mohamed Shafeeq, Zain Ul Abidin, Zahoor Khan
6. Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
Alex Hales, Adnan Idrees, Alishan Sharafu, Brandon McMullen, Liam Livingstone, Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russel, Jason Holder (c), Sunil Narine, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Philip Salt, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Unmukt Chand, Abdul Manan Ali, Olly Stone, Piyush Chawla, George Garton, Khary Pierre, Ajay Kumar, Ibrar Ahmad, Mayank Choudhary
ILT20 2025-26 Venues in UAE
All ILT20 2025-26 fixtures are scheduled across iconic UAE venues known for electric crowds and fast T20-friendly pitches. Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi remain the main hosting stadiums for the tournament.
1. Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Located in Dubai Sports City, this stadium has a capacity of 25,000 spectators. It is one of the most used cricket venues in the UAE and has hosted multiple international matches and tournaments.
The stadium offers excellent facilities and typically provides balanced conditions for both batters and bowlers. Dubai will host the tournament final on January 4, 2026.
2. Sharjah Cricket Stadium
One of the oldest cricket stadiums in the UAE, Sharjah, has hosted international cricket since 1982. The venue has a capacity of around 16,000 fans.
Known for its smaller boundaries, Sharjah often produces high-scoring matches. The stadium has a rich cricket history and remains a favorite among players and fans.
3. Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
This modern cricket facility in Abu Dhabi can hold approximately 20,000 spectators. The stadium features quality pitches and has hosted numerous international cricket events.
Abu Dhabi’s venue typically offers good bounce and carry, making it suitable for fast bowlers. The stadium will host both Qualifier 1 and several league matches.
ILT20 Format Explained for USA Audience
The ILT20 follows a simple tournament format with six teams competing for the championship.
- During the league stage, each team plays every other team twice in a round-robin format, resulting in 30 total matches.
- This means every team plays 10 matches in the league stage. The top four teams based on points qualify for the playoffs.
- The playoff structure includes four matches: Qualifier 1 features the top two teams, with the winner advancing directly to the final.
- The loser of Qualifier 1 gets another chance in Qualifier 2. Meanwhile, the third and fourth-placed teams play in the Eliminator, and the winner advances to Qualifier 2.
- The winner of Qualifier 2 meets the Qualifier 1 winner in the final to decide the champion.
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Conclusion: The ILT20 2025-26 Season is Unfolding Fast with More Key Matches Ahead
ILT20 2025-26 delivers 34 T20 matches from December 2, 2025, to January 4, 2026.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and Desert Vipers lead the tournament, winning their first match, and a lot more is yet to come.
Bookmark this page for regular points table updates and match information throughout the tournament.
FAQs
The tournament begins on December 2, 2025 and concludes with the final on January 4, 2026.
Most matches start at 9:30 AM EST or 6:30 AM PST. Some early games begin at 5:00 AM EST or 2:00 AM PST.
Six teams compete: Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, Sharjah Warriorz, MI Emirates, and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders.
Willow TV has the broadcasting rights. Watch through their app, website, or streaming devices like Roku and Firestick.
There are 34 total matches including 30 league stage games and 4 playoff matches leading to the final.
All matches take place at three UAE stadiums: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, and Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
