ILT20 2024 MI Emirates, The International League T20 (ILT20) 2024 concluded with a spectacular final where MI Emirates defeated Dubai Capitals by 45 runs, establishing themselves as the first two-time champions of this rapidly growing league. With over 120 international stars participating, the tournament has cemented its place as a serious competitor to established T20 leagues.
This 1,500+ word definitive guide delivers:
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Comprehensive final match analysis
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Team-by-team performance breakdowns
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Unmissable individual performances
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Financial and viewership insights
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How ILT20 impacts global cricket’s future
Chapter 1: Tournament Overview – Records & Milestones
ILT20 2024 Key Statistics
| Metric | Detail |
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| Dates | January 19 – February 17, 2024 |
| Teams | 6 (Same as inaugural season) |
| Matches | 34 (including playoffs) |
| Venues | 3 (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah) |
| Prize Money | 2milliontotal(Winners:700k) |
| Viewership | 18% increase from 2023 (Broadcast Analytics) |
Final Match Summary (Feb 17, Dubai)
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MI Emirates: 208/5 (20 overs)
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Kieron Pollard 57 (27), Nicholas Pooran 38 (16)*
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*Olly Stone 2/35 (DC)*
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Dubai Capitals: 163 all out (18.3 overs)
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Tom Banton 42 (29)
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Trent Boult 3/14, Fazalhaq Farooqi 2/25 (MIE)*
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Player of Match: Kieron Pollard
Player of Tournament: Sikandar Raza (412 runs + 11 wickets)
ILT20 2024 MI Emirates, For complete stats, visit Crickviews ILT20 Hub.
Chapter 2: Team Performance Analysis
1. MI Emirates (Champions)
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Won: 10 of 12 matches
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Key Strengths:
✔ Best death bowling (Boult/Farooqi)
✔ Explosive middle-order (Pooran/Pollard) -
Surprise Package: Muhammad Waseem (287 runs @ 155 SR)
2. Dubai Capitals (Runners-up)
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Sikandar Raza Show: 412 runs + 11 wickets
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Biggest Disappointment: Joe Root (Avg 22.66)
Other Teams’ Report Cards
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Gulf Giants: Failed to defend title (5th place)
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Sharjah Warriors: Chris Woakes’ terrible tournament (Econ 9.8)
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Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Sunil Narine’s mystery faded (Avg 38)
Chapter 3: Top 5 Tournament Performances
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*Raza’s 87 & 3/21 vs ADKR** – Greatest all-round show
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Pollard’s 57 in Final* – Vintage finishing
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Boult’s 4/12 vs GG – Best bowling figures
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Andre Fletcher’s 101 (51) vs SW* – Only century
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Farooqi’s Hat-Trick vs DC – First in ILT20 history
Chapter 4: Emerging Players Who Shocked the World
Future International Stars
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Jake Fraser-McGurk (DC): 257 runs @ 190 SR (Next Warner?)
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Haqq & Waseem (UAE): National team ready
Veteran Resurgences
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Dwayne Bravo (GG): 15 wickets at 38 years
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David Wiese (GG): Still delivering clutch performances
Chapter 5: Financial & Developmental Impact
Revenue Growth
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Sponsorships: Up 35% (DP World, Emirates deals)
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Ticket Sales: 88% occupancy (vs 72% in 2023)
UAE Cricket Benefits
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6 new national team prospects identified
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Facility upgrades at all 3 venues
“ILT20 has transformed UAE’s cricket infrastructure” – Mubashshir Usmani, Emirates Cricket Board
For business insights, read Crickviews’ Financial Breakdown.
Chapter 6: How ILT20 Compares Globally
League Comparison
| Metric | ILT20 | IPL | PSL |
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| Avg Score | 165 | 185 | 172 |
| Sixes/Match | 13.1 | 16.8 | 13.5 |
| Local Players | 4/team | 8/team | 6/team |
| Salary Cap | $2.5m | $12m | $1.2m |
ILT20 Advantages:
✔ Neutral venues = fair contests
✔ Ideal February window (no league clashes)
✔ Perfect testing ground for innovations
Chapter 7: Controversies & Challenges
1. Player Commitment Issues
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Several last-minute withdrawals
2. One-Sided Matches
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40% games decided by 30+ runs
3. Broadcast Quality
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DRS system failures in 4 matches
Why ILT20 2024 Mattered
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Proved Long-Term Viability – Beyond just an “exhibition league”
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Globalization of T20 Cricket – 18 nations represented
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Development Pathway – Emerging Associates got exposure
Read More: BCCI Central Contracts 2024: Shocking Omissions of Ishan Kishan & Shreyas Iyer – Full Analysis
Final Verdict: Cricket’s Newest Crown Jewel
With stronger organization, better talent, and growing prestige, ILT20 has established itself as cricket’s premier winter league. For players, it’s now a must-play tournament; for fans, a can’t-miss spectacle.
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