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The ILT20 2025 season began with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Dubai International Stadium on January 11, 2025, featuring dazzling performances by movie stars. Shahid Kapoor, Sonam Bajwa and Pooja Hegde The event attracted a large crowd, setting an electrifying tone for the tournament.
A night of entertainment in Dubai
The stadium was transformed into a vibrant spectacle as Shahid took center stage, enthralling the audience with his energetic dance moves. The atmosphere was further enhanced by the upbeat beats of popular Bollywood songs, with fans and attendees dancing to hits like “Kudi Kehndi Menu” and “Laal Peeli Akhiyaan.”
Kapoor Saahab, tum ne tooh
Your dose of magic before #DPWorldILT20 madness, by Shahid Kapoor 😎#ILT20onZee #T20HeroesKaJalwa #DCvMIE Yo @shahidkapoor pic.twitter.com/6ErGTmz8fL
– Zee Grillo (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
The performances were complemented by stunning visuals and colorful light displays, creating a festive atmosphere that celebrated 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 Grillo (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
The ceremony was hosted by Bollywood producer and actor. Jackky Bhagnaninext to the sports presenter Ridhima Pathakwho kept the audience entertained throughout the evening. The grand event concluded with a stunning fireworks display that lit up the night sky, marking the official start of the season.
𝘽𝙪𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙖…
Pooja Hegde opens the #DPWorldILT20 Season 3️⃣ with its incredible moves and the crowd goes crazy 🍿🔥#DCvMIE #ILT20onZee #T20HeroesKaJalwa | pic.twitter.com/VHxIo2abwh
– Zee Grillo (@ilt20onzee) January 11, 2025
Also READ: ILT20 2025 – Broadcast and Live Streaming Details | When and where to watch in India, Pakistan, Nepal, USA, UAE and other countries
ILT20 2025 Highlights
Following the opening ceremony, the opening match featured an exciting 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 opting to play first.
The 2025 edition of ILT20 promises to be bigger and bolder than ever, with renowned cricketers from around the world including André Russell, Nicholas Pooran, Sunil Narine, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson and Sikandar Raza inter alia. The excitement surrounding the tournament is palpable, and fans are eager to see how their favorite teams perform over the course of this 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.
