Dates set for DP World ILT20 season 2 across the UAE

DUBAI: The second season of the DP World ILT20, the biggest contest of its kind in the UAE and the second most-watched league in India, will be played between Jan. 19 and Feb. 18, 2024, it was announced on Wednesday.

The full schedule will be unveiled soon. For the second consecutive year, six teams — Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates and Sharjah Warriors — will compete for the DP World ILT20 trophy in a 34-match format. There will be 30 group games and four playoffs including the final.

The James Vince-led Gulf Giants are the defending champions having defeated the Desert Vipers by seven wickets in the inaugural season’s final at a packed Dubai International Stadium.

Earlier this week, the league unveiled a star-studded lineup of new signings for season two. The final step for the six franchises to complete their squads is to sign additional players from the UAE.