The International League T20 (ILT20) 2025 kicks off on December 2, 2025, and runs until January 4, 2026. The tournament will feature 34 matches, including group-stage games, two semifinals, a third-place playoff, and the grand final.
Fans will witness daily cricket action across three world-class venues in the UAE: Dubai International Stadium, Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, and the iconic Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
Opening Matches:
- December 2, 2025 – Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers, Dubai International Stadium
- December 3, 2025 – Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Sharjah Cricket Stadium
- December 4, 2025 – Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates, Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
These fixtures will set the tone for an exciting season, bringing together powerhouse international stars and rising UAE cricketers.
Tournament Format:
ILT20 follows a double round-robin format, where each of the six teams plays 10 matches in the group stage. Teams earn two points for a win, one point for a no-result, and none for a loss. Rankings are determined first by points, and then by Net Run Rate (NRR) if teams are tied.
The top four teams in the standings will move into the playoffs:
- Semifinal 1 – 1st vs 4th
- Semifinal 2 – 2nd vs 3rd
- Third-Place Playoff – Loser of SF1 vs Loser of SF2
- Final – Winner of SF1 vs Winner of SF2
Venues:
- Dubai International Stadium – Known for its ring-of-fire lighting and capacity of 25,000, this stadium will host the season opener and several key fixtures, including playoffs.
- Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi – With a seating capacity of 20,000, this venue provides excellent viewing angles and is home to MI Emirates.
- Sharjah Cricket Stadium – A historic ground that has hosted some of cricket’s most memorable matches, with a capacity of 16,000 and passionate local support.
ILT20 2025-26 Schedule: Complete Fixtures
| Match No. | Date | Matchup | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 2, 2025 | Dubai Capitals vs Desert Vipers | 8:00 PM |
| 2 | Dec 3, 2025 | Sharjah Warriorz vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 8:00 PM |
| 3 | Dec 4, 2025 | Gulf Giants vs MI Emirates | 8:00 PM |
| 4 | Dec 5, 2025 | Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 8:00 PM |
| 5 | Dec 6, 2025 | Dubai Capitals vs Gulf Giants | 8:00 PM |
| 6 | Dec 7, 2025 | Sharjah Warriorz vs MI Emirates | 3:30 PM |
| 7 | Dec 7, 2025 | Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 8:00 PM |
| 8 | Dec 8, 2025 | Desert Vipers vs Gulf Giants | 8:00 PM |
| 9 | Dec 9, 2025 | MI Emirates vs Desert Vipers | 8:00 PM |
| 10 | Dec 10, 2025 | Gulf Giants vs Sharjah Warriorz | 8:00 PM |
| 11 | Dec 11, 2025 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs MI Emirates | 8:00 PM |
| 12 | Dec 12, 2025 | Gulf Giants vs Desert Vipers | 8:00 PM |
| 13 | Dec 13, 2025 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Dubai Capitals | 8:00 PM |
| 14 | Dec 14, 2025 | MI Emirates vs Sharjah Warriorz | 3:30 PM |
| 15 | Dec 14, 2025 | Desert Vipers vs Dubai Capitals | 8:00 PM |
| 16 | Dec 15, 2025 | Sharjah Warriorz vs Gulf Giants | 8:00 PM |
| 17 | Dec 16, 2025 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Desert Vipers | 8:00 PM |
| 18 | Dec 17, 2025 | Dubai Capitals vs MI Emirates | 8:00 PM |
| 19 | Dec 18, 2025 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Gulf Giants | 8:00 PM |
| 20 | Dec 19, 2025 | Sharjah Warriorz vs Dubai Capitals | 8:00 PM |
| 21 | Dec 20, 2025 | MI Emirates vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 3:30 PM |
| 22 | Dec 20, 2025 | Desert Vipers vs Sharjah Warriorz | 8:00 PM |
| 23 | Dec 21, 2025 | Gulf Giants vs Dubai Capitals | 3:30 PM |
| 24 | Dec 21, 2025 | Desert Vipers vs MI Emirates | 8:00 PM |
| 25 | Dec 22, 2025 | Abu Dhabi Knight Riders vs Sharjah Warriorz | 8:00 PM |
| 26 | Dec 23, 2025 | MI Emirates vs Gulf Giants | 8:00 PM |
| 27 | Dec 24, 2025 | Dubai Capitals vs Sharjah Warriorz | 8:00 PM |
| 28 | Dec 26, 2025 | Sharjah Warriorz vs Desert Vipers | 8:00 PM |
| 29 | Dec 27, 2025 | MI Emirates vs Dubai Capitals | 8:00 PM |
| 30 | Dec 28, 2025 | Gulf Giants vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders | 8:00 PM |
| 31 | Dec 30, 2025 | Qualifier 1 | 8:00 PM |
| 32 | Jan 1, 2026 | Eliminator | 8:00 PM |
| 33 | Jan 2, 2026 | Qualifier 2 | 8:00 PM |
| 34 | Jan 4, 2026 | Final | 8:00 PM |
How to Follow the Schedule?
- Live Updates: Daily match timings and results will be updated here.
- Time Zones: Fixtures will be displayed in local UAE time, with conversions to IST and GMT for global fans.
- Downloadable Calendar: A PDF and calendar-sync option will be provided so fans can track matches on their devices.
Why the ILT20 Schedule Matters?
ILT20’s scheduling ensures prime-time matches for fans in South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Double-headers on weekends are designed to maximise viewership and stadium attendance. For local fans in the UAE, weeknight games in Dubai and Sharjah bring cricket closer to the community.
Conclusion: ILT20 2025 Starts From 2nd December
The ILT20 2025 schedule promises a month-long festival of cricket, featuring top international names and rising UAE talent. As fixtures are released and updated, this page will remain your central hub for match details, results, and timing information. Bookmark this page and check back regularly for the latest ILT20 2025 fixtures and live updates.