Khuzaima Bin Tanveer
Player Information
Player Overview
Khuzaima Bin Tanveer is a UAE fast-bowling all-rounder who returns to Desert Vipers for DP World ILT20 Season 5. Born on 20 December 1999, he bats right handed and bowls right-arm fast. Khuzaima has developed into an established member of the Vipers setup since making his franchise debut in 2025. Across his first two ILT20 seasons, he took 24 wickets and was part of the team that won its first championship in Season 4.
Career Background
Khuzaima’s progress with Desert Vipers has also helped him move into senior international cricket for the United Arab Emirates. He made his UAE international debut in 2026 and has since appeared in both T20I and ODI cricket. His early international record has shown that he can contribute with both disciplines. ICC lists him as an all-rounder, reflecting his right-arm fast bowling and ability to add runs as a right-handed batter.
Playing Style
Khuzaima’s main bowling method is right-arm fast pace, while his batting gives his team an additional lower-order option. His bowling role has already produced wickets in the ILT20, and Desert Vipers have also described him as a fast-bowling all-rounder in their Development Tournament squad. His ability to contribute in more than one discipline gives the Vipers flexibility when selecting their UAE players and balancing the playing XI.
Khuzaima Bin Tanveer’s ILT20 Record
Khuzaima took 24 wickets across his first two ILT20 seasons with Desert Vipers. That record made him one of the franchise’s established UAE players heading into the Season 5 auction. During Season 4, he continued to contribute to a bowling attack that carried the Vipers to the championship. He took two wickets in the opening victory over Dubai Capitals and later played an important part in the final against MI Emirates.
Season 4 Final Performance
Khuzaima was part of the Desert Vipers bowling attack that defended 182 against MI Emirates in the Season 4 final on 4 January 2026. He took two wickets as MI Emirates were dismissed for 136 in 18.3 overs. David Payne and Naseem Shah claimed three wickets each, while Khuzaima and Usman Tariq took two apiece. Khuzaima took the final wicket of the match, completing the Vipers’ 46-run victory and securing their first ILT20 title.
Which Team Does Khuzaima Bin Tanveer Play for in ILT20?
Khuzaima Bin Tanveer plays for Desert Vipers in the DP World ILT20. League regulations meant UAE players could not be retained before the Season 5 auction, so the Vipers had to bid for him again. They successfully brought him back for US$75,000. He was one of the highest-priced UAE players at the auction and returned as one of ten members of the Season 4 championship squad secured for the new campaign.
Khuzaima Bin Tanveer in ILT20 Season 5
Khuzaima enters Season 5 with two seasons of Vipers experience, 24 ILT20 wickets and a place in the UAE international setup. Desert Vipers begin their title defence against MI Emirates at Dubai International Stadium on 21 November 2026. The regular season includes 10 matches for the Vipers. His exact batting position, bowling workload and Season 5 statistics will depend on selection once the competition begins.