The 2025 edition is all set to begin on 2nd December, which is known as the National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad). The final of the tournament will be held on Sunday, 4 January 2026. The league will be played earlier due to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to be played in February-March 2026.
Like the last season, the tournament will see six teams featuring. A total of 34 matches will be played. Dubai Capitals are the defending champions as they beat Desert Vipers under the leadership of Sam Billings in a thrilling final in season 3, which was played in front of a full house at the Dubai International Stadium.
Delighted to confirm that ILT20 Season 4 will commence on the UAE National Day - Khalid Al Zaroon
"We are delighted to confirm that the DP World International League T20 Season 4 will commence on the UAE National Day – Eid-Al-Etihad – which is one of the most important days on the UAE calendar.
We are now fully focused on making an even bigger impact - CEO David White
ILT20 CEO David White explained why they decided to host the tournament in December-January. He said that this window would provide the teams with the best opportunity to access a bigger pool of players. He also talked about the last season, saying that they are focused on making a big impact in Season 4. He said:
“Season 3 was a big success with outstanding broadcast and digital numbers as the fans enjoyed a step-up in the quality of cricket. The teams gave their absolute all across the hugely competitive 34-tournament matches which concluded with a nail-biting final won by the Dubai Capitals in the last over of the match in front of a packed Dubai International Stadium. We are now fully focused on making an even bigger impact as we turn our attention to Season 4.”
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