Brett Lee backs ILT20 to make UAE cricket a force
Dubai: Australian cricket legend Brett Lee believes UAE cricket can “challenge” the world’s bigger nations in the years to come, with the country’s emerging talent benefiting from the DP World International League T20 (ILT20). Since its launch in 2023, the ILT20 has brought franchise cricket to three of the UAE’s emirates, with matches played at Dubai International Stadium, Sheikh Zayed Cricket…
Australian cricket legend Brett Lee has praised the DP World International League T20 (ILT20) for its potential to elevate UAE cricket to the level of established world powers. Since its inception in 2023, the ILT20 has been played at three UAE emirates, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, and has quickly become a staple of the country's sporting calendar.
Lee, who is now an ambassador for the tournament alongside Pakistani legend Shoaib Akhtar, has been impressed by the league's growth and the caliber of players it attracts. As part of Season 5, Lee spoke at the launch event about his excitement for the upcoming year, noting that the last four seasons have been "outstanding" and that he is proud to be involved.
He also highlighted the importance of local talent in the league, praising how young Emirati cricketers can learn from and compete against elite international players. Lee believes that these experiences will be crucial in building a UAE team capable of competing on the world stage.
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