The International League T20 (ILT20) is a professional Twenty20 (T20) cricket league in the United Arab Emirates. It was founded in 2022 and the inaugural season took place in January and February 2023.
Purpose and Founding: The league was created to further develop cricket in the UAE and provide a platform for both international and local players.
Ownership and Structure: The league is sanctioned by the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB). The teams involved are mostly owned by owners of existing Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises.
Teams: There are six teams in the ILT20. These teams represent different cities in the UAE.
Format: The tournament follows a round-robin format, with each team playing the others twice. The top four teams then qualify for the playoffs.
Player Composition: Each team is allowed a certain number of international players in their squad and in the playing XI. This provides opportunities for local UAE players to play alongside and learn from experienced international cricketers.
Impact and Significance: The ILT20 has quickly become a prominent T20 league, attracting significant viewership and providing a substantial boost to the cricketing landscape in the UAE. It also offers lucrative contracts for players.
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