Dubai Capitals (GMR) Indian-based infrastructure powerhouse, GMR Group, headed by Kiran Grandhi, signed DP World ILT20 's first franchise, stamping both the League and Dubai Capitals' intent on creating a dynamic and highly engaging addition to the international T20-cricket calendar. Dubai Capitals will integrate their group strategy to support sports from grass-roots through to international level while being effective in engaging with the community as well as the global cricket ecosystem. The DP World International League T20 ( ILT20 ) is a premier cricket tournament bringing together global talent and home-grown heroes in a thrilling showcase of international cricket. Held annually in the UAE, the league features six dynamic franchises—Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates, and Sharjah Warriors—competing across iconic venues in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. The International League T20 ( ILT20 ), officially known as the DP World ILT20 , is a professional T20 cricket tournament held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Sanctioned by the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), it was founded in 2022 to promote cricket and develop UAE players. The DP World ILT20 Season 3 begins on Saturday, 11 January at the Dubai International Stadium with the Dubai Capitals hosting the defending champions MI Emirates in the tournament opener from 7:15pm local time on Saturday, 11 January.
