African Associate Member players gain invaluable exposure at DP World ILT20 Season 4

The DP World ILT20, under the aegis of the Emirates Cricket Board, has continued to deliver meaningful progress through its Player Development Initiative. Seven emerging cricketers from African ICC Associate Members are gaining hands-on experience within franchises during Season 4. Players from Botswana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda have been fully embedded... Continue Reading →

MI Emirates ride on Romario Shepherd’s all-round performance to beat Sharjah Warriorz by four runs

Shepherd’s 31* off 10 balls, coupled with his death bowling cancelled out half-centuries from Kohler-Cadmore and Sikander Raza Tickets for DP World ILT20 Season 4 can be purchased from the ticketing platform Virgin Megastore – link: tickets.ilt20.ae The MI Emirates suffered a late scare but eventually pulled through courtesy an impressive final over from Romario Shepherd... Continue Reading →

DP World ILT20 Season 4 provides exposure to bowlers from African countries, extending the league’s commitment to developing cricket in ICC Associate Members

The DP World ILT20 Player Development Initiative will provide emerging cricketers from African ICC Associate Members invaluable exposure to elite-level cricket, training alongside international stars across the six franchises. The seven bowlers include Francis Mutua (Kenya) with Desert Vipers, Juma Miyagi (Uganda) with Gulf Giants, Katlo Piet (Botswana) with Sharjah Warriorz, Martin Akayezu (Rwanda) with... Continue Reading →

BRICS International Football Alliance (BIFA)Convenes First Council Meeting in Dubai

Pioneering the Global Development Sporting Blueprint for 2026–2027 The BRICS International Football Alliance (BIFA) successfully convened its inaugural Council Meeting at the BIFA+ Global Headquarters in United Arab Emirates, with the participation of official representatives from China, marking a defining moment in the Alliance’s mission to reshape international football diplomacy and cooperation across the Global... Continue Reading →

Ravi Shastri & Neeraj Sareen Lead Revolutionary Multi-Continental T10 Cricket League

Sir Viv Richards Named Thailand Ambassador | Australian Legend David Warner Among Star-Studded Lineup PRO10 will create pathways for emerging players in non-traditional cricket ecosystems to learn, compete, and grow In a significant development for cricket around the world, Pro10, spearheaded by cricket legend Ravi Shastri and sports entrepreneur Neeraj Sareen, today announced its groundbreaking... Continue Reading →

2025 Abu Dhabi T10 Super Fan Contest

As a part of the ongoing 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 Super Fan Contest, young fans of the game got a wonderful opportunity to interact and pose with the 8 captains and the trophy during the pre-tournament Captains shoot at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Super starts Kieron Pollard (UAE Bulls), Nicholas Pooran (Deccan Gladiators),... Continue Reading →

DP World ILT20 Mascot Design Competition: Levin Veeroy Fernandes’ Habibi and Habibti design declared winner 

The DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, 2 December – UAE National Day (Eid-Al-Etihad) with a blockbuster opening, the six-team, 34-match tournament will conclude with the final on Sunday, 4 January 2026 DP World ILT20 Season 4 match tickets can be purchased from the ticketing platform Virgin Megastore – link:... Continue Reading →

De Plooy’s power-hitting guides Mississauga Masters to semi-final spot with win over Whiterock Warriors

High-octane final day awaits in the inaugural season: Vancouver Kings will battle Montreal Royal Tigers, Mississauga Masters square off against Brampton Blitz, followed by the Final tomorrow Vancouver, Canada: In an exhilarating day of Canada Super 60 action at the iconic BC Place in Vancouver, the Mississauga Masters cemented their berth in the semi-finals with a... Continue Reading →

Canada Super 60 Set to Dazzle with Star-Studded Concert Line-Up at BC Place

Cricket Meets Concerts: A Weeklong Spectacle of Sport, Music & Celeb Energy Vancouver, October 2025: The Canada Super 60 isn’t just redefining cricket — it’s becoming North America’s newest entertainment extravaganza. From October 8–13 at Vancouver’s iconic BC Place, the league will transform into a cultural carnival, blending world-class sport with chart-topping musical performances every... Continue Reading →

Stars Golf League launches in Dubai

Legends, champions and celebrities to unite at The Els Club Dubai Some of sports’ greatest names to battle for US$1 Million in March, 2026 Ernie Els looks forward to teeing off at his own signature course, The Els Club Dubai, for the inaugural Stars Golf League in March 2026. Dubai, UAE, October 1, 2025, A... Continue Reading →

Stars Golf League launches in Dubai

Legends, champions and celebrities unite at The Els Club Dubai Some of sports’ greatest names to battle for US$1 Million in March, 2026 Ernie Els looks forward to teeing off at his own signature course, The Els Club Dubai, for the inaugural Stars Golf League in March 2026. Dubai, UAE, September 29, 2025, A spectacular... Continue Reading →

Narendra Modi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Angelina Jolie Among Global Icons Nominated for Historic “I AM PEACEKEEPER Crown” to Be Unveiled in Dubai on 2 February 2026

Seven Nobel Peace Laureates to jointly present the world’s first “peace crown” at the Billionaires for Peace Conclave, led by Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala Dubai, September 26, 2025 — Seven of the world’s most influential leaders and celebrities Narendra Modi (India), Aliko Dangote (Nigeria), Colin Huang (China), Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal), Angelina Jolie (USA), Salman Khan (India),... Continue Reading →

Canada Super 60 Names Women’s Trophy After Cricketing Legend Mel Jones

Vancouver, Canada – September 23 – Canada’s pioneering cricket league, Canada Super 60, has announced that its inaugural Women’s Trophy will be named in honour of Mel Jones, the former Australian cricketer, respected broadcaster, and tireless advocate for women’s cricket.Canada Super 60 is the world’s first-ever ten-over-a-side event to launch with both men’s and women’s... Continue Reading →

Tech Mahindra Global Chess League launches GCL Contenders 2025, creating pathway for global talent to engage with chess superstars in collaboration with Chess.com, this first-of-its-kind global tournament aims to discover and elevate the next generation of chess talent.

Dubai, August 29, 2025: For the first time in the world of chess, the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and FIDE, is creating a direct pathway for aspiring chess players to compete alongside the game’s elite. Through GCL Contenders 2025, a two-month global initiative, three winners will earn the ultimate... Continue Reading →

Three-Time Olympic Gold Medallist, Stephanie Rice, joins My Sports Academy to Lead Ground-breaking Swim Programs in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – August 28, 2025:  My Sports Academy (MSA), one of the UAE’s most respected swimming organisations, has announced a landmark partnership with Australian Olympic Champion and World Record holder, Stephanie Rice, who now calls Dubai home. She will spearhead the region’s most comprehensive swimming programs - My Swim Club, created to save lives... Continue Reading →

This tournament provides the platform for emerging talent: CEO David White on the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament

The 18-match tournament features six teams, conducted in a single-league, round-robin format between 24 August and 3 September – all matches to be played at the ICC Academy – Dubai The tournament provides UAE’s upcoming cricketers with a platform to showcase their talent ahead of the DP World ILT20 2025 Player Auction, scheduled a few... Continue Reading →

Third edition of the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament begins on Sunday, 24 August

Six teams will participate in the third edition of the development tournament – Abu Dhabi Knight Riders Development, Desert Vipers Development, Dubai Capitals Development, Gulf Giants Development, MI Emirates Development, and Sharjah Warriorz Development; schedule available belowPlayer Selection Draft to be held on 18 August at the Dubai International StadiumThe DP World International League T20... Continue Reading →

T20 superstars Salt, Hales, Hasaranga, Powell, Curran, Ferguson, Farooqi, Tim David and Sikandar return to DP World International League T20

First phase of squad selection process for Season 4 finishes as teams unveil list of players rejoining their squads along with new signings Squad selection to be completed through the DP World ILT20 Season 4 Player Auction – dates and details to be announced soon The DP World International League T20 Season 4 will begin... Continue Reading →

Baseball Governing Committee continues to explore sport’s development and growth opportunities in the UAE

Three-member Baseball Governing Committee includes Dr Tayyab Kamali (committee chairman), Zayed Abbas and Mubashshir UsmaniDubai, 23 June 2025: The Baseball Governing Committee comprising Dr Tayyab Kamali (committee chairman), Zayed Abbas and Mubashshir Usmani continues to explore the sport’s development and growth opportunities in the United Arab Emirates.Baseball’s governance was placed under the Emirates Cricket Board... Continue Reading →

World League of Fighters and Dubai Sports Council unite to bring combat sport’s biggest event to the Middle East

Dubai, April 3, 2025: The World League of Fighters orchestrated the first official BKFC conference at the Burj Al Arab on 2nd of April, partnering with Dubai Sports Council to announce the championship's Dubai debut. The prestigious gathering brought together WLF Co Founders Rajesh Banga and Sunil Mathew, Director of Dubai Sports Council Eisa Mohammed... Continue Reading →

MERED Inks Strategic Deal with HCM to Give Football Stars Access to Premium Residences

Dubai, UAE – 27th March 2025 – In a groundbreaking collaboration that unites the fields of high-performance sports and world-class real estate development, MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer, has signed a landmark partnership with HCM, a leading sports management agency representing elite global football players. Mered is renowned for high-value real estate projects... Continue Reading →

TCL Brings Fans Closer to Their Arsenal Heroes

Dubai, UAE – February 17, 2025: Arsenal fans from across the world gathered at The Ritz-Carlton JBR for an exclusive Meet & Greet, hosted by celebrity presenter Kris Fade. Club stars William Saliba, Ethan Nwaneri, and Oleksandr Zinchenko connected with dedicated supporters in an unforgettable afternoon of football, inspiration, and innovation. The event, held in... Continue Reading →

MERED launches its Iconic Talents & Iconic Legends Program signing celebrated padel athletes

Dubai, 14th February 2025 – MERED, the award-winning international real estate developer, is foraying into the world of professional padel by signing six world-class athletes under its dedicated Iconic Talents & Iconic Legends Program. MERED is committed to elevating the sport’s value and the careers of its brightest talent while integrating it into the lifestyle... Continue Reading →

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