The ILT20 2025 season kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Dubai International Stadium on January 11, 2025, featuring dazzling performances from movie stars. Shahid Kapoor, Sonam Bajwa And Pooja Hegde The event attracted a large crowd, setting an electrifying tone for the tournament.
An evening of entertainment in Dubai
The stadium transformed into a vibrant spectacle as Shahid took center stage, captivating the audience with his energetic dance moves. The atmosphere was further enhanced by the catchy beats of popular Bollywood tracks, with fans and attendees dancing to hits like “Kudi Mainu Kehndi” And “Laal Peeli Akhiyaan.”
Kapoor Saahab, tum ne toh 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚 𝐝𝐢 🍿😍🕺
Your dose of magic before #DPWorldILT20 madness, by Shahid Kapoor 😎#ILT20onZee #T20HeroesKaJalwa #DCvMIE I @shahidkapoor pic.twitter.com/6ErGTmz8fL
– Zee Cricket (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
The performances were complemented by stunning visuals and colorful light displays, creating a festive atmosphere celebrating both cricket and Indian culture.
A dose of 𝓓𝓱𝓪𝓶𝓪𝓴𝓪 before #DPWorldILT20 the power play begins, ft. #SonamBajwa 😎#DCvMIE #ILT20onZee #T20HeroesKaJalwa pic.twitter.com/gm0Tf4sWwB
– Zee Cricket (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
The ceremony was hosted by Bollywood producer and actor Jackky Bhagnanialongside the sports presenter Ridhima Pathakwhich kept the audience engaged throughout the evening. The grand event ended with an impressive fireworks display that lit up the night sky, marking the official start of the season.
𝘽𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙖… 𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙖💃💃
Pooja Hegde opens the #DPWorldILT20 Season 3️⃣ with its amazing moves and the crowds are going crazy 🍿🔥#DCvMIE #ILT20onZee #T20HeroesKaJalwa | pic.twitter.com/VHxIo2abwh
– Zee Cricket (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
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Highlights of ILT20 2025
After the opening ceremony, the inaugural match featured a thrilling showdown between Dubai Capitals and MI Emirates, a rematch of last year’s final. The match began after the opening ceremony, with MI Emirates winning the toss and choosing to bowl first.
The 2025 edition of ILT20 promises to be bigger and bolder than ever, with the participation of renowned cricketers from around the world, including Andrew Russell, Nicholas Pooran, Sunil Narine, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson And Sikandar Raza among others. The excitement surrounding the tournament is palpable, with fans eager to see how their favorite teams perform during the month-long cricket festival.
A special ticket promotion was also announced on the first day of the tournament, offering fans the opportunity to watch the matches at affordable prices.
