By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: A test of skills and nerves will be on display during the final of the DP World ILT20 season 2 at the Dubai International Stadium for lifting the glittering ILT20 trophy on February 17 (Saturday). After nearly one-month of exhilarating contests and 33 matches showcasing the best of T20 cricket, two new finalists – MI Emirates …

DUBAI: The battle lines are drawn between Dubai Capitals and MI Emirates for a nail-biting finale on Saturday, 17 February with both teams battling for supremacy in Gulf region’s marquee cricket extravaganza – the DP World ILT20. A vibrant atmosphere awaits the ardent cricket fans at the Dubai’s iconic ‘Ring of fire’ Stadium for the grand final where cricket fever …

Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS), the largest, and most established marine and lifestyle event in the Middle East, is readying its anchor ahead of docking at the iconic Dubai Harbour district from 28th February – 3rd March 2024. Celebrating its landmark 30th edition, the UAE’s most extravagant international boat show will feature more than 1,000 brands and 200+ boats from …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Teenage prodigy Celine Simunyu will make history at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Friday by becoming the first Irish female player to be awarded a wildcard for the qualifying rounds of the WTA event. The 19-year-old, the No.1 ranked Irish women’s tennis player, has been representing her country in the Billie Jean Cup since 2021.Currently …

The Dubai Duty Free SB20 World Championships witnessed a thrilling day of racing with three completed races. Today’s weather mirrored typical conditions, providing an ideal day for sailing. The first race started at 2:15 PM, and unlike previous days, the wind was stable and consistent, ranging from 6 to 9 knots. Despite the calmer conditions seen at the start of …

SHARJAH:Through a spirited performance, Dubai Capitals recorded a stunning nine-wicket victory over reigning champions Gulf Giants in the Qualifier 2 of the DP World ILT20 season 2 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Showing no signs of being beaten by the Giants twice in the league stage, and booking the last slot in the play-off table, Capitals excelled in all departments …

DUBAI: MI Emirates stormed into the final through a domineering show over defending champions Gulf Giants to win by 45 runs in the Qualifier 1 of the DP World ILT20 season 2 at the Dubai International Stadium. Giants were bowled out for 118 in 18.2 overs through Sri Lanka’s 22-year-old leg spinner Vijayakanth Viyaskanth bagging 3 for 22 after Windies …

News Desk DUBAI: This Valentine’s Day, love is not only on the tennis court, but also in the air. As players prepare to do battle at this month’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, there’s another game being played — a game of the heart. In the world of tennis, love isn’t just a score of zero; it’s a complex dance …

Sport Desk DUBAI: Former World No1 Naomi Osaka will return to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, five years since her last appearance in the competition. After a 15-month break from competitive action for personal reasons, the four-time major champion made a comeback at the Brisbane International and Australian Open last month before appearing at both the Mubadala Abu Dhabi …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Visa (NYSE:V), the Worldwide Payment Technology Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and Emirates NBD Group, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, proudly announce the launch of a series of events and promotions leading up to the Olympic Games Paris 2024. One of the initiative’s main highlights …