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Kuwait is preparing to make cricketing history this September with the launch of its inaugural DP World ILT20 Development Tournament, taking place at the scenic Sulaibiya Cricket Ground.

The milestone event, hosted by the Kuwait Cricket Board (KCB), is designed to spotlight and elevate the country’s top cricketing talent, offering a direct pathway into the prestigious DP World International League T20 (ILT20), set to return to Dubai this December 2025.

With the ILT20 drawing some of the world’s top international players and commanding global viewership, this development tournament in Kuwait marks a career-defining opportunity for local athletes to break into the elite world of franchise cricket.

Featuring four highly competitive teams, Boubyan Warriors, Failaika Guardians, Pearl Strikers, and Kuwait Falcons, the tournament will bring together 60 handpicked players, including 19 national team cricketers, 10 emerging juniors, and a dynamic pool of domestic talent selected through the High Performance Committee based on key performance indicators.

A total of 14 action-packed matches are scheduled, ensuring each player has the chance to make their mark and potentially attract interest from international scouts and franchise teams.

The tournament build-up kicks off tomorrow with the official announcement of the player draft list on KCB’s social media platforms. On August 7, team head coaches, captains, and managers will be revealed, ahead of the official draft on August 8 at the Sulaibiya Cricket Ground, where each team will select a 15-member squad.

Far more than just a local league, the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament, Kuwait, represents a bold new chapter for cricket in the region, a celebration of talent, ambition, and the growing stature of the Gulf on the international cricketing stage.