{"id":454916,"date":"2025-01-12T08:49:35","date_gmt":"2025-01-12T03:49:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=454916"},"modified":"2025-01-12T08:49:35","modified_gmt":"2025-01-12T03:49:35","slug":"dubai-capitals-primed-for-ilt20-season-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/dubai-capitals-primed-for-ilt20-season-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai Capitals Primed for ILT20 Season 3"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> Dubai<br \/>\nThe Dubai Capitals aim to dominate the third season of the DP World ILT20 with a formidable combination of international firepower, the exuberance of youth, and tactical depth.<br \/>\nThe franchise has retained the core performers and bolstered the side with strategic new acquisitions, including exciting players like Ben Dunk, Scott Kuggeleijn, and Sharafuddin Ashraf.<br \/>\nHemang Badani, head coach of Dubai Capitals, spoke about the upcoming season, saying, \u201cThe balance we\u2019ve achieved in our squad this season is exceptional. Our core players do gives us the depth and versatility needed to tackle any challenge. Our preparation has been intense, and I\u2019m confident in our ability to compete at the highest level \u201c<br \/>\nSikandar Raza, sharing his thoughts on the campaign ahead, said, \u201cPlaying with this talented group of players is a privilege, and I\u2019m excited about what we can achieve together. The squad has a perfect blend of power-hitters, technically sound batsmen, and versatile bowlers. We\u2019ve got multiple match-winners in our ranks, and I\u2019m particularly impressed with how the team has bonded during our preparation phase.\u201d<br \/>\nThe Dubai Capitals kick off their season with challenging encounters against MI Emirates on January 11th and 13th, promising high-voltage cricket at Dubai and Abu Dhabi. They then face Sharjah Warriors on January 17th in what promises to be an exciting derby clash in Sharjah. 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