Dubai Capitals Set for Title Defense as ILT20 Season 4 Begins Tomorrow
Dubai, 01 December 2025: The stage is set, the lights are ready, and the defending champions Dubai Capitals return with renewed hunger as the DP World ILT20 Season 4 kicks off tomorrow. With fresh faces, new rivalries, and a historic first-ever Player Auction, this season promises to be a defining chapter for the league and for the champions who continue to raise the bar.
Season 4 also welcomes players from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait for the first time, marking an important milestone in the league’s expansion and strengthening the region’s cricketing ecosystem.
Gulbadin Naib: “We are here to compete, to adapt, and to win again.”
Representing the Dubai Capitals for a second consecutive season, Afghanistan all-rounder and last season’s standout performer Gulbadin Naib expressed excitement ahead of the opener.
“It’s good to be here. We always love this tournament. Last year we won, but we’re looking forward to another successful season. It’s a huge platform for everybody. We have some new faces and they’re very keen to do something for the team."
"This is a mega event, so as professionals, it’s important for us to get our mindset right. We know the conditions, so we should be able to adapt. We had amazing support and we’re looking forward to more of the same.”
Naib’s words reflect the collective mindset of a squad ready to defend its crown with pride, discipline, and the trademark Capitals spirit.
A Blockbuster Opening Awaited
Dubai Capitals kick off their campaign with a high-voltage clash against the Desert Vipers on Tuesday, 2 December — a rematch of last season’s electrifying final. The night will begin with a star-studded opening ceremony headlined by popular singer Ali Zafar, setting the tone for an unforgettable season.
Fans can still grab the last few tickets for the opening night.
Tickets are available at: tickets.ilt20.ae or Virgin Megastores.
A Global Audience Awaits
This season will reach more fans than ever before, with Astro Sports (Southeast Asia), Fox Sports (Australia), and SuperSport (Africa) joining an already extensive broadcast lineup — ensuring Dubai Capitals supporters from all corners of the world can follow every moment of the action.
