DP World ILT20 Season 5 — 2026

ILT20 2026 Schedule PDF Download

Full fixtures, match timings, venues and complete ILT20 Season 5 schedule from 22 November to 20 December 2026.

ILT20 2026 Schedule PDF Download: Full Fixtures and Match Timings

The ILT20 2026 schedule PDF covers all 34 matches of Season 5 across three UAE venues. The tournament runs from 22 November to 20 December 2026, with 30 league matches in a double round-robin format followed by four playoff matches. The final takes place on 20 December 2026 at Dubai International Stadium.

A downloadable schedule saves you from checking multiple sources every day. Here is why fans look for the ILT20 schedule PDF before every season:

ILT20 has 34 matches across 29 days, which means multiple matches per week. Having the full schedule saved offline means you never miss a fixture involving your favourite team
Fantasy cricket deadlines fall 30 minutes before each match starts. Knowing the schedule in advance lets you plan your team selections for upcoming matches well before matchday
Six teams play across three venues in Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi. A full schedule shows which teams play where, which matters for pitch report analysis and venue based predictions
Playoff fixtures in the final week of December 2026 are the most important matches of the season. Having the knockout schedule saved means you know exactly when to check for qualification updates

ILT20 Season 5 Schedule: Key Dates and Tournament Structure

These are the confirmed key dates for ILT20 Season 5 that any schedule PDF or fixture list will include:

Season 5 opens on 22 November 2026 with the first league match of the double round-robin format across all six franchises
30 league matches are played across Dubai, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi between 22 November and mid December 2026
Playoff stage begins after the league stage ends, featuring Qualifier 1, Eliminator, and Qualifier 2 across three separate matchdays
ILT20 Season 5 final takes place on 20 December 2026 at Dubai International Stadium, bringing the tournament to a close
Six franchises compete: MI Emirates, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, Desert Vipers, Sharjah Warriorz, and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
Desert Vipers enter as defending champions after winning Season 4 by defeating MI Emirates in the final

ILT20 2026 Venue wise Match Schedule

ILT20 Season 5 matches are split across three UAE venues. Each venue has different conditions and knowing which matches are played where helps with pitch report research and fantasy team planning:

Dubai International Stadium hosts the biggest matches in the tournament including the playoffs and the final on 20 December 2026. Night matches here are affected by dew, which makes toss decisions especially important and favours chasing teams
Sharjah Cricket Stadium has the shortest boundaries in UAE cricket and consistently produces the highest scoring matches in ILT20. The schedule PDF shows which fixtures are played at Sharjah, making it easy to identify when to back aggressive batters in fantasy
Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi is a slower surface than Dubai and Sharjah. Matches here tend to be lower scoring and spinners perform better, so the venue schedule matters when picking bowling combinations for fantasy teams

ILT20 2026 Match Timings and UAE Conditions

ILT20 Season 5 matches are played in evening slots in UAE local time. Most matches start at 6pm or 7pm UAE time, which means second innings are played under lights when dew begins to settle on the outfield.

Evening start times mean captains frequently prefer chasing after winning the toss because dew makes bowling harder in the second innings at Dubai and Sharjah
Fantasy cricket deadlines fall approximately 30 minutes before each match starts, so knowing the match timing from the schedule lets you prepare team selections well in advance
UAE evening matches suit Asian and Middle East audiences in their prime viewing hours, which is why ILT20 consistently attracts strong online following during the November to December window
Fixture timings can occasionally change if required by the Emirates Cricket Board, so checking the schedule page close to matchday is always recommended for confirmed start times

FAQs

When does ILT20 Season 5 start and finish?

ILT20 Season 5 starts on 22 November 2026 and the final takes place on 20 December 2026 at Dubai International Stadium. The tournament runs for 29 days with 34 total matches including 30 league matches and four playoff fixtures.

What does the ILT20 2026 schedule include?

The full ILT20 2026 schedule includes all 34 match dates, venues, start timings, team matchups for every league fixture, playoff match dates including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, and Qualifier 2, and the final date on 20 December 2026.

Which venues are included in the ILT20 2026 schedule?

Three UAE venues host ILT20 Season 5 matches: Dubai International Stadium, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, and Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Dubai hosts the playoff matches and the final on 20 December 2026.

What time do ILT20 2026 matches start in UAE?

Most ILT20 Season 5 matches start at 6pm or 7pm UAE local time. Evening start times mean second innings are played under lights when dew begins to affect the ball, which is why most captains prefer to chase after winning the toss.

Can ILT20 fixture timings change during the season?

Yes. The Emirates Cricket Board may adjust fixture timings if required during the season. Always check this page close to matchday for confirmed start times and any schedule updates that may have been announced.

How many teams are in ILT20 Season 5?

Six franchises compete in ILT20 Season 5: MI Emirates, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, Desert Vipers, Sharjah Warriorz, and Abu Dhabi Knight Riders. Desert Vipers are the defending champions after winning Season 4.