Pakistan-born UAE cricketer Usman Khan could face severe repercussions if found guilty of contract breach after getting included in the 29-man Pakistan squad for the training camp with the Pakistan Army in Kakul for a fitness boost. Usman seemed to have invited legal trouble, with the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) investigating the matter.

The ECB is reportedly studying the possibilities of a contract breach by Usman with the UAE board and several franchise-based T10/T20 tournaments where he played as a local UAE player.

The review’s decision, which will come in a fortnight, could carry major ramifications for the top-order batter. If found guilty, Usman could face a ban from UAE league cricket, which further restricts him from featuring in ILT20 and T10 Abu Dhabi League.

Also, in case of a contract breach, Usman could face sanctions surrounding his work permit, under which he lived in the country to complete the residency requirement to qualify to play international cricket for UAE. Usman still has 14 months left to satisfy the criteria.

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Meanwhile, Usman is confident he had not breached&nbsp;any contract, stating that it included an exit clause with a 30-day notice period.

Although Usman is yet to confirm whether he accepted PCB’s offer of playing international cricket for Pakistan following a stunning PSL 2024, he admits that the offer made was enticing.

However, in an interview with ESPNcricinfo ahead of the PSL 2024 final, Usman turned down the chance of representing Pakistan on the international stage, citing the ease at which he can play in different franchise-based leagues worldwide as a UAE player and the advantages of being considered a local player in the UAE’s shorter-format leagues.

The situation seems to have escalated in the other direction since.

<h2>T20 World Cup lures Usman</h2>

With the possibility of playing the 2024 T20 World Cup for Pakistan rising in the background and Usman’s decision to accept PCB’s offer of getting included in the training camp from March 26 to April 8, the batter could pick playing for the Men in Green shortly.&nbsp;

Considering that two former cricketers – Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir, have come out of retirement to make them available for T20 WC, Pakistan could pose a threat to all teams in the tournament starting June 1 in the Caribbean and the USA.&nbsp;

Pakistan-born UAE cricketer Usman Khan could face severe repercussions if found guilty of contract breach after getting included in the 29-man Pakistan squad for the training camp with the Pakistan Army in Kakul for a fitness boost.

Pakistan-born UAE cricketer Usman Khan could face severe repercussions if found guilty of contract breach after getting included in the 29-man Pakistan squad for the training camp with the Pakistan Army in Kakul for a fitness boost. Usman seemed to have invited legal trouble, with the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) investigating the matter. The ECB is reportedly studying the possibilities of a contract breach by Usman with the UAE board and several franchise-based T10/T20 tournaments where he played as a local UAE player. The review’s decision, which will come in a fortnight, could carry major ramifications for the top-order batter. If found guilty, Usman could face a ban from UAE league cricket, which further restricts him from featuring in ILT20 and T10 Abu Dhabi League. Also, in case of a contract breach, Usman could face sanctions surrounding his work permit, under which he lived in the country to complete the residency requirement to qualify to play international cricket for UAE. Usman still has 14 months left to satisfy the criteria. ALSO READ: IPL 2024: Pandya backs bowlers after SRH mauling but Steve Smith ‘perplexed’ over Bumrah’s use in middle overs Meanwhile, Usman is confident he had not breached any contract, stating that it included an exit clause with a 30-day notice period. Although Usman is yet to confirm whether he accepted PCB’s offer of playing international cricket for Pakistan following a stunning PSL 2024, he admits that the offer made was enticing. However, in an interview with ESPNcricinfo ahead of the PSL 2024 final, Usman turned down the chance of representing Pakistan on the international stage, citing the ease at which he can play in different franchise-based leagues worldwide as a UAE player and the advantages of being considered a local player in the UAE’s shorter-format leagues. The situation seems to have escalated in the other direction since. T20 World Cup lures Usman With the possibility of playing the 2024 T20 World Cup for Pakistan rising in the background and Usman’s decision to accept PCB’s offer of getting included in the training camp from March 26 to April 8, the batter could pick playing for the Men in Green shortly. Considering that two former cricketers – Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir, have come out of retirement to make them available for T20 WC, Pakistan could pose a threat to all teams in the tournament starting June 1 in the Caribbean and the USA.

Is Pakistan-bound Usman Khan in legal trouble over contract breach? UAE Cricket Board investigates

International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Tuesday that it has, on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), charged eight players and officials for breaching different counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League.

"The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged eight players and officials for breaching different counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League," said a statement from ICC.

The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament – these attempts were disrupted. The ICC was appointed by the ECB as the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB’s Code for this tournament and as such issuing these charges on the ECB’s behalf.

The charges are:

-Krishan Kumar Chaudhary (co-owner of a team):

Article 2.4.5 – Failing to disclose to the DACO (without unnecessary delay) full details of any incident, fact, or matter that comes to the attention of a Participant that may evidence Corrupt Conduct under the Anti-Corruption Code by another Participant.

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Article 2.4.7 – Obstructing or delaying a DACO investigation into possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Parag Sanghvi (co-owner of a team):

Article 2.2.1 - Placing bets on the results, progress, conduct or other aspect of International and Domestic Matches.

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

-Ashar Zaidi (batting coach):

Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.

Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Article 2.1.

Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

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-Rizwan Javed (domestic player):

Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.

Article 2.1.3 – Offering a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct.

Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1.

Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Saliya Saman (domestic player):

Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.

Article 2.1.3 – Offering a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1.

-Sunny Dhillon (assistant coach):

Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.

Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

-Nasir Hossain (Bangladesh player):

Article 2.4.3 – Failing to disclose to the DACO receipt of a gift worth over $ 750.

Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

-Shadab Ahamed (team manager):

Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code.

Six of the charged - Krishan Kumar Chaudhary, Parag Sanghvi, Azhar Zaidi, Rizwan Javed, Saliya Saman and Sunny Dhillon - have been provisionally suspended and all have 14 days from September 19 to respond to the charges.

T Ten Sports Management said they take all allegations of this nature seriously and have a zero-tolerance policy for any kind of corruption.

"We will continue to work closely with the ICC on our calendar of T10 tournaments and do everything within our control to ensure the integrity of cricket is upheld," said T Ten Sports Management&nbsp; said in a statement.

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International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Tuesday that it has, on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), charged eight players and officials for breaching different counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League.

International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Tuesday that it has, on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), charged eight players and officials for breaching different counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League. "The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged eight players and officials for breaching different counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League," said a statement from ICC. The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament – these attempts were disrupted. The ICC was appointed by the ECB as the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB’s Code for this tournament and as such issuing these charges on the ECB’s behalf. The charges are: -Krishan Kumar Chaudhary (co-owner of a team): Article 2.4.5 – Failing to disclose to the DACO (without unnecessary delay) full details of any incident, fact, or matter that comes to the attention of a Participant that may evidence Corrupt Conduct under the Anti-Corruption Code by another Participant. Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.4.7 – Obstructing or delaying a DACO investigation into possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Parag Sanghvi (co-owner of a team): Article 2.2.1 - Placing bets on the results, progress, conduct or other aspect of International and Domestic Matches. Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. -Ashar Zaidi (batting coach): Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021. Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Article 2.1. Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. ALSO READ | Star Brazilian footballer to visit India's Kolkata before Durga Puja in October, find itinerary details -Rizwan Javed (domestic player): Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021. Article 2.1.3 – Offering a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct. Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1. Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Saliya Saman (domestic player): Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021. Article 2.1.3 – Offering a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1. -Sunny Dhillon (assistant coach): Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021. Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. -Nasir Hossain (Bangladesh player): Article 2.4.3 – Failing to disclose to the DACO receipt of a gift worth over $ 750. Article 2.4.4 - Failing to disclose to the DACO full details of any approaches or invitations received to engage in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. -Shadab Ahamed (team manager): Article 2.4.6 – Failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with any investigation carried out by the DACO in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Six of the charged - Krishan Kumar Chaudhary, Parag Sanghvi, Azhar Zaidi, Rizwan Javed, Saliya Saman and Sunny Dhillon - have been provisionally suspended and all have 14 days from September 19 to respond to the charges. T Ten Sports Management said they take all allegations of this nature seriously and have a zero-tolerance policy for any kind of corruption. "We will continue to work closely with the ICC on our calendar of T10 tournaments and do everything within our control to ensure the integrity of cricket is upheld," said T Ten Sports Management said in a statement. 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Eight players, officials charged for breaching Emirates Cricket Board anti-corruption code

On Tuesday (May 24), the global media and entertainment powerhouse ZEE has penned down a global media rights&nbsp;contract with UAE’s T20 League. For the unversed, the much-awaited league will air exclusively on ZEE’s linear channels and its OTT&nbsp;platform ZEE5, in India as well as across the globe.

After the massive development, an official statement said, "ZEE’s strong global presence across 190+ countries will help build the reach and resonance for the League with viewers and partners. With immense synergies between&nbsp;its businesses and a holistic approach for advertisers and distribution partners, ZEE will engage fans through a multi-platform strategy taking the league to more than 100 million&nbsp;households."

Rahul Johri, President – Business, South Asia, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, opined, "At ZEE, we are delighted to be the official global media rights holder of&nbsp;UAE’s T20 League. We believe that the League, which is already attracting globally, the biggest cricket stars and team franchisees, will provide fantastic cricket and&nbsp;entertainment to viewers across the world. ZEE is committed to use the strength of its platforms to take UAE’s T20 League to audiences in India and across the globe."

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Mubashshir Usmani, General Secretary of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB)&nbsp;stated, "ECB wishes both UAE’s T20 League and ZEE well for entering into this partnership. We recognize and appreciate&nbsp;the massive reach of ZEE’s channels and their Digital media platform which will benefit the League in terms of viewership. The tournament will also provide a valuable platform&nbsp;for Emirates Cricket to develop the local talent and to provide players the opportunity to train and play alongside the world’s best ."

The UAE&nbsp;T20 League is a professional cricket tournament that consists&nbsp;of as many as&nbsp;six teams&nbsp;competing&nbsp;in a 34-match mega-event,&nbsp;including Reliance Industries Limited, Adani Sportsline, Kolkata Knight Riders, Lancer Capital, GMR Group and Capri Global. Thus, the league will now bank on Zee's humongous popularity across the globe for&nbsp;the tournament's viewership to scale&nbsp;greater heights and create a niche for itself.

While there have been many T20 leagues which have come into existence&nbsp;since IPL's rise, the space for more such franchise cricket remains unmatched&nbsp;as the viewership and demand of&nbsp;the shortest format knows no boundaries among the cricket loyalists globally. With Zee's arrival, the UAE T20 League looks set to embark upon a successful journey going ahead.

The UAE T20 League is expected to be held from June-July, 2022.

On Tuesday (May 24), the global media and entertainment powerhouse ZEE has penned down a global media rights contract with UAE’s T20 League. For the unversed, the much-awaited league will air exclusively on ZEE’s linear channels and its OTT platform ZEE5, in India as well as across the globe.

On Tuesday (May 24), the global media and entertainment powerhouse ZEE has penned down a global media rights contract with UAE’s T20 League. For the unversed, the much-awaited league will air exclusively on ZEE’s linear channels and its OTT platform ZEE5, in India as well as across the globe. After the massive development, an official statement said, "ZEE’s strong global presence across 190+ countries will help build the reach and resonance for the League with viewers and partners. With immense synergies between its businesses and a holistic approach for advertisers and distribution partners, ZEE will engage fans through a multi-platform strategy taking the league to more than 100 million households." Rahul Johri, President – Business, South Asia, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, opined, "At ZEE, we are delighted to be the official global media rights holder of UAE’s T20 League. We believe that the League, which is already attracting globally, the biggest cricket stars and team franchisees, will provide fantastic cricket and entertainment to viewers across the world. ZEE is committed to use the strength of its platforms to take UAE’s T20 League to audiences in India and across the globe." ALSO READ | IPL 2022 playoffs: All you need to know about schedule, timings and venues Mubashshir Usmani, General Secretary of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) stated, "ECB wishes both UAE’s T20 League and ZEE well for entering into this partnership. We recognize and appreciate the massive reach of ZEE’s channels and their Digital media platform which will benefit the League in terms of viewership. The tournament will also provide a valuable platform for Emirates Cricket to develop the local talent and to provide players the opportunity to train and play alongside the world’s best ." The UAE T20 League is a professional cricket tournament that consists of as many as six teams competing in a 34-match mega-event, including Reliance Industries Limited, Adani Sportsline, Kolkata Knight Riders, Lancer Capital, GMR Group and Capri Global. Thus, the league will now bank on Zee's humongous popularity across the globe for the tournament's viewership to scale greater heights and create a niche for itself. While there have been many T20 leagues which have come into existence since IPL's rise, the space for more such franchise cricket remains unmatched as the viewership and demand of the shortest format knows no boundaries among the cricket loyalists globally. With Zee's arrival, the UAE T20 League looks set to embark upon a successful journey going ahead. The UAE T20 League is expected to be held from June-July, 2022.

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The global cricket governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked the Emirates Cricket Board to probe the crowd's behaviour during the T20 World Cup game between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday (October 29).&nbsp;

Pakistan vs Afghanistan clash was one of the highly anticipated matches, in the cricket showpiece event as more than 16,000 tickets had been issued so that fans can enjoy the live action at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.&nbsp;

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However, thousands of ticketless fans travelled to the venue and then attempted to force entry into the stadium, which led to massive chaos. The ICC apologised to ticket holders who could not enter the stadium where the final will also be staged on November 14.&nbsp;

"Dubai Police and security staff secured the stadium to ensure the safety of everyone inside and brought in significant additional resources to disperse the crowd and calm the situation," the ICC said in its official statement.&nbsp;

"At approximately 7 pm, Dubai Police directed that all gates should remain closed and no further entry was permitted to maintain a safe and controlled environment inside the venue," the statement added.&nbsp;

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The ICC has asked the ECB to undertake a thorough investigation into events to learn any lessons and will work closely with authorities to ensure there is no repeat of this situation in the future.&nbsp;

Afghanistan skipper Mohammad Nabi also pleaded with fans to buy tickets to watch the team's remaining matches in the tournament. "For the Afghan fans, please buy a ticket and come to the stadium. Don't repeat this again. This is not good," said Nabi after his team had lost by five wickets.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The global cricket governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked the Emirates Cricket Board to probe the crowd's behaviour during the T20 World Cup game between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday (October 29).

The global cricket governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked the Emirates Cricket Board to probe the crowd's behaviour during the T20 World Cup game between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday (October 29). Pakistan vs Afghanistan clash was one of the highly anticipated matches, in the cricket showpiece event as more than 16,000 tickets had been issued so that fans can enjoy the live action at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: New Zealand's Trent Boult plotting to 'mirror' Shaheen Afridi's spell against India However, thousands of ticketless fans travelled to the venue and then attempted to force entry into the stadium, which led to massive chaos. The ICC apologised to ticket holders who could not enter the stadium where the final will also be staged on November 14. "Dubai Police and security staff secured the stadium to ensure the safety of everyone inside and brought in significant additional resources to disperse the crowd and calm the situation," the ICC said in its official statement. "At approximately 7 pm, Dubai Police directed that all gates should remain closed and no further entry was permitted to maintain a safe and controlled environment inside the venue," the statement added. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: Virat Kohli slams 'spineless people' for abusing Shami, calls it 'lowest level of human form' The ICC has asked the ECB to undertake a thorough investigation into events to learn any lessons and will work closely with authorities to ensure there is no repeat of this situation in the future. Afghanistan skipper Mohammad Nabi also pleaded with fans to buy tickets to watch the team's remaining matches in the tournament. "For the Afghan fans, please buy a ticket and come to the stadium. Don't repeat this again. This is not good," said Nabi after his team had lost by five wickets. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan vs Afghanistan: ICC asks Emirates Cricket Board to probe on crowd behaviour

After the resounding success of the Emirates D10 Tournament, Emirates Cricket, in partnership with ITW Consulting, has announced their inaugural Emirates Domestic ‘D20’ tournament on Monday. Dream 11 will be the tournament’s ‘Title Sponsor’.

The D20 tournament will be played at the Dubai International Stadium starting December 6th, where 6 teams will compete through 33 games - to and including the final on December 24th (2020).

Khalid Al Zarooni, Vice Chairman Emirates Cricket Board, said: “Following on from our successful hosting of the Emirates D10 tournament during July and August of this year, it is my pleasure to announce that the Emirates Cricket Board has finalised a domestic D20 (20-over) tournament. This initiative is an integral step in promoting and developing the sport in the UAE.

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“Matches will be witnessed by UAE Cricket’s Director of Cricket, Robin Singh as well as by members of our National Selection Committee with a view of consideration for future selection (to represent the UAE). Our thanks go to ITW Consulting, as partners of both our D10 and now our D20 tournament, their continued commitment to promoting and highlighting our domestic talent is exceptionally encouraging and we are excited to, through them, take our talents to the cricket-loving world through various streaming services,” added Al Zarooni.

As with the well-received Emirates D10 tournament, the teams will comprise of a mix of the Emirates most talented senior and up-and-coming male players. All matches will be broadcast live across various regions utilising varied streaming and social media platforms.

“In any sport, identifying critical talent is extremely important. Catching them young and grooming them deliberately and professionally within a conducive environment goes a long way in building a strong national team,” commented Dr Tayeb Kamali, Selection Committee Chairman, Emirates Cricket.

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“The 20-over format is a well-established and highly popular format of the game that is played around the world at International levels. We are confident that this tournament will help identify promising cricket talent who can then be further trained and integrated into the UAE National Team. We look forward to 12-days of thrilling, competitive cricket.” added Dr Kamali.

Vivek Chandra, Director, ITW Consulting, commented: "UAE Cricket is seeing a positive change and we are committed towards strengthening the Board’s vision of being a Full Member in the coming future. Emirates D10 had great success, and we are sure Dream11 Emirates D20 would also be a stepping stone towards a sustainable domestic structure”.

Mubashshir Usmani, Secretary-General Emirates Cricket said: “Emirates Cricket’s domestic tournament portfolio continues to become a sustainable pathway for the growth and development of our game. Our thanks are extended to our Councils and affiliates for their continued support.” “While we are still facing uncertain times, we will review spectator attendance as we move through the tournament,” added Usmani

After the resounding success of the Emirates D10 Tournament, Emirates Cricket, in partnership with ITW Consulting, has announced their inaugural Emirates Domestic ‘D20’ tournament on Monday.

After the resounding success of the Emirates D10 Tournament, Emirates Cricket, in partnership with ITW Consulting, has announced their inaugural Emirates Domestic ‘D20’ tournament on Monday. Dream 11 will be the tournament’s ‘Title Sponsor’. The D20 tournament will be played at the Dubai International Stadium starting December 6th, where 6 teams will compete through 33 games - to and including the final on December 24th (2020). Khalid Al Zarooni, Vice Chairman Emirates Cricket Board, said: “Following on from our successful hosting of the Emirates D10 tournament during July and August of this year, it is my pleasure to announce that the Emirates Cricket Board has finalised a domestic D20 (20-over) tournament. This initiative is an integral step in promoting and developing the sport in the UAE. TRENDING: WATCH: Romain Grosjean survives horrific F1 crash after car engulfs in flames at Bahrain GP “Matches will be witnessed by UAE Cricket’s Director of Cricket, Robin Singh as well as by members of our National Selection Committee with a view of consideration for future selection (to represent the UAE). Our thanks go to ITW Consulting, as partners of both our D10 and now our D20 tournament, their continued commitment to promoting and highlighting our domestic talent is exceptionally encouraging and we are excited to, through them, take our talents to the cricket-loving world through various streaming services,” added Al Zarooni. As with the well-received Emirates D10 tournament, the teams will comprise of a mix of the Emirates most talented senior and up-and-coming male players. All matches will be broadcast live across various regions utilising varied streaming and social media platforms. “In any sport, identifying critical talent is extremely important. Catching them young and grooming them deliberately and professionally within a conducive environment goes a long way in building a strong national team,” commented Dr Tayeb Kamali, Selection Committee Chairman, Emirates Cricket. ALSO READ: Rohit Sharma situation could have been dealt better by BCCI: Gautam Gambhir, VVS Laxman “The 20-over format is a well-established and highly popular format of the game that is played around the world at International levels. We are confident that this tournament will help identify promising cricket talent who can then be further trained and integrated into the UAE National Team. We look forward to 12-days of thrilling, competitive cricket.” added Dr Kamali. Vivek Chandra, Director, ITW Consulting, commented: "UAE Cricket is seeing a positive change and we are committed towards strengthening the Board’s vision of being a Full Member in the coming future. Emirates D10 had great success, and we are sure Dream11 Emirates D20 would also be a stepping stone towards a sustainable domestic structure”. Mubashshir Usmani, Secretary-General Emirates Cricket said: “Emirates Cricket’s domestic tournament portfolio continues to become a sustainable pathway for the growth and development of our game. Our thanks are extended to our Councils and affiliates for their continued support.” “While we are still facing uncertain times, we will review spectator attendance as we move through the tournament,” added Usmani

Emirates Cricket Board launches ‘D20’ 20-over tournament

Emirates Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed they have received the official clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the 13th edition of the highly-popular Indian Premier League (IPL).

Earlier, IPL Governing Council Chairman Brijesh Patel had confirmed that the Indian cricket board has received all the necessary clearance to conduct IPL 2020 in the UAE from September 19 to November 10.&nbsp;

IPL franchises have started preparing for the cash-rich tournament and are expected to leave for the UAE after August 20. The BCCI has issued the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) to all franchises.

While there’s a bit of a roadblock in relation to the title sponsor of the tournament after Vivo and the BCCI decided to pause the contract for the 13th edition of the tournament. However, a new sponsor is expected to be finalized within the next 10 days.&nbsp;

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The final schedule of IPL 2020 is also yet to be released by the BCCI.

Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Chairman of the Emirates Cricket Board said; “We feel extremely privileged to host what could be considered the pinnacle-event of our favourite sport. The magnitude of being in a position to bring the IPL to the vast cricket-loving global community, during current events which have greatly impacted our daily lives, is one we take with extreme importance.

"This is undoubtedly the highest-profile cricketing-event to be held in the UAE and our team will continue to support all facets (of the tournament) and work toward delivering a successful event for the enjoyment of all sports-fans; here in the UAE, in India and across the world.

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“The UAE is well-versed in delivering successful events – sporting and lifestyle – and we remain in very close contact with the BCCI, IPL committees, the UAE Government and Ministries, our Health Authority, as well as many other entities, who are all experts in their respective fields and it is our collective intent that the tournament be played in a safe, enjoyable environment. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has worked tirelessly to bring the ‘IPL 2020’ to the UAE.” added Al Nahayan.

Scheduled to be played from September 19th through to November 10th (2020) the IPL will be played across the UAE; Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah.

Emirates Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed they have received the official clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the 13th edition of the highly-popular Indian Premier League (IPL).

Emirates Cricket Board on Tuesday confirmed they have received the official clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the 13th edition of the highly-popular Indian Premier League (IPL). Earlier, IPL Governing Council Chairman Brijesh Patel had confirmed that the Indian cricket board has received all the necessary clearance to conduct IPL 2020 in the UAE from September 19 to November 10. IPL franchises have started preparing for the cash-rich tournament and are expected to leave for the UAE after August 20. The BCCI has issued the Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) to all franchises. While there’s a bit of a roadblock in relation to the title sponsor of the tournament after Vivo and the BCCI decided to pause the contract for the 13th edition of the tournament. However, a new sponsor is expected to be finalized within the next 10 days. ALSO READ: Exclusive - Salutes, Kings XI Punjab and IPL dream with Sheldon Cottrell The final schedule of IPL 2020 is also yet to be released by the BCCI. Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Cabinet Member and Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Chairman of the Emirates Cricket Board said; “We feel extremely privileged to host what could be considered the pinnacle-event of our favourite sport. The magnitude of being in a position to bring the IPL to the vast cricket-loving global community, during current events which have greatly impacted our daily lives, is one we take with extreme importance. "This is undoubtedly the highest-profile cricketing-event to be held in the UAE and our team will continue to support all facets (of the tournament) and work toward delivering a successful event for the enjoyment of all sports-fans; here in the UAE, in India and across the world. ALSO READ: CSK, KKR, DC to carry 'exclusive' net bowlers for IPL 2020 in UAE “The UAE is well-versed in delivering successful events – sporting and lifestyle – and we remain in very close contact with the BCCI, IPL committees, the UAE Government and Ministries, our Health Authority, as well as many other entities, who are all experts in their respective fields and it is our collective intent that the tournament be played in a safe, enjoyable environment. We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who has worked tirelessly to bring the ‘IPL 2020’ to the UAE.” added Al Nahayan. Scheduled to be played from September 19th through to November 10th (2020) the IPL will be played across the UAE; Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah.

Emirates Cricket Board receives official clearance from BCCI to host IPL 2020

The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday confirmed to WION that they are awaiting an official confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the highly-anticipated <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a>.

The 13th edition of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/ipl">Indian Premier League</a> is set to be hosted by the UAE with IPL Governing Council chairman Brijesh Patel confirming the same on Tuesday.

However, the BCCI would require government permission to go ahead with the tournament, abroad. The Indian board has applied for a permission for IPL 2020 and the next IPL Governing Council meeting is likely to come with a concrete decision relating to the cash-rich tournament.&nbsp;

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With the IPL heading abroad, the Emirates Cricket Board is awaiting final confirmation from the BCCI in relation to being the host of the tournament and looking to pace up things once the Indian cricket board gains approval from the Indian government on hosting IPL outside India.

“We are, in fact, awaiting final confirmation from the BCCI regarding being the host nation. There is also the final condition of BCCI gaining approval from the Indian government that they can host the IPL outside India. At this stage we are holding on making any comment,” the Emirates Cricket Board said in a statement to WION.

Earlier, Patel had said that the plan is to have a full-fledged IPL comprising of 60 games with the UAE being the “most likely” host.

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"The IPL GC will meet within a week or 10 days and all decisions (including final schedule) will be taken there. As of now, the plan is to have a full-fledged IPL comprising 60 games and most likely in the UAE," Patel told PTI.

On Monday, the ICC announced the postponement of the T20 World Cup 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic which opened up a window for IPL 2020.

The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday confirmed to WION that they are awaiting an official confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the highly-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.

The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) on Wednesday confirmed to WION that they are awaiting an official confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the highly-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020. The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League is set to be hosted by the UAE with IPL Governing Council chairman Brijesh Patel confirming the same on Tuesday. However, the BCCI would require government permission to go ahead with the tournament, abroad. The Indian board has applied for a permission for IPL 2020 and the next IPL Governing Council meeting is likely to come with a concrete decision relating to the cash-rich tournament. ALSO READ: Planning for full-fledged IPL 2020, most likely in the UAE: Brijesh Patel With the IPL heading abroad, the Emirates Cricket Board is awaiting final confirmation from the BCCI in relation to being the host of the tournament and looking to pace up things once the Indian cricket board gains approval from the Indian government on hosting IPL outside India. “We are, in fact, awaiting final confirmation from the BCCI regarding being the host nation. There is also the final condition of BCCI gaining approval from the Indian government that they can host the IPL outside India. At this stage we are holding on making any comment,” the Emirates Cricket Board said in a statement to WION. Earlier, Patel had said that the plan is to have a full-fledged IPL comprising of 60 games with the UAE being the “most likely” host. ALSO READ: Is virtual commentary in IPL 2020 possible? Deep Dasgupta explains "The IPL GC will meet within a week or 10 days and all decisions (including final schedule) will be taken there. As of now, the plan is to have a full-fledged IPL comprising 60 games and most likely in the UAE," Patel told PTI. On Monday, the ICC announced the postponement of the T20 World Cup 2020 due to COVID-19 pandemic which opened up a window for IPL 2020.

Emirates Cricket Board awaiting final nod from BCCI to host IPL 2020

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