Star-studded commentary panel for International League T20

As the International League T20 returns for its much-awaited third season, bringing with it new excitement and an exciting cricketing atmosphere, the league has unveiled a stellar commentary lineup of some of the finest cricketing minds to enrich the viewer's experience. The commentary team for the third season of ILT20 will include cricket legends like Ian Smith, Ian Bishop, Simon Doull, Virender Sehwag, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, Harbhajan Singh, Niall O'Brien and Alan Wilkins. Anjum Chopra, Saba Karim, Rohan Gavaskar, Nikhil Chopra, Darren Ganga, Uruj Mumtaz, Vivek Razdan, Reema Malhotra and Ajay Mehra will add more depth and variety to it.

With their collective experience and fresh perspectives brought to the table in both English and Hindi, the esteemed panel is set to enhance the broadcast experience for cricket fans around the world. He will be joined as presenters by the dynamic trio of Laura McGoldrick, Ridhima Pathak and Arjun Pandit.

ILT20 Season 3 will be launched with a grand opening ceremony featuring stellar performances from Bollywood superstars Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde and Sonam Bajwa, who are set to thrill the audience at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday, 11 January 2025. Performance on their blockbuster songs. Famous Bollywood producers and actors Jackky Bhagnani and Ridhima Pathak will be present at the inauguration ceremony.

The ceremony will start at 6:00 pm local time. The first ball of the season will be tipped at 7:15 pm local time, with defending champions MI Emirates taking on hosts Dubai Capitals in a rematch of last year's grand finale.

Commentators are eagerly awaiting ILT20 Season 3, which promises to raise the bar with unparalleled talent and action.

“I am very happy to return for my third season with ILT20. The region has witnessed many memorable moments in cricket, many of which have been the highlights of my career. With a mix of international stars and emerging local cricketers, ILT20 will definitely Will add to this legacy,” former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram was quoted as saying in the ILT20 press release.

Speaking on being selected for the commentary panel, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag said, “I love the carnival-like atmosphere in ILT20, it's like a home away from home for me. ILT20 is always very competitive because of its quality.” The cricketers and the venues, and I urge fans from all over the world to come and watch some great cricket.”

Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop also shared his thoughts on the selection, where he said, “It has been special to watch the growth of cricket in the region over the last few years. The ILT20 is an important part of nurturing domestic talent and giving them ” With the right performance in the right circumstances, I'm thrilled to return for a third season.”

Finally, former New Zealand cricketer Ian Smith also echoed his sentiments, saying, “The ILT20 has quickly built a reputation as a stage for exceptional cricket, and I'm excited to be a part of the action while the international stars “Will undoubtedly shine, I am extremely keen to see how the UAE's emerging players make the most of this opportunity.”