The team building for the 2026 edition of the WPL has begun, as five franchises took to the auction table in New Delhi on Thursday to form their squads. A total of INR 40.8 crore was spent as teams bought 67 of the 277 players on offer in the first WPL mega-auction. The day saw intense bidding, surprise picks, and strategic purchases, with 23 foreign players finding new homes across the five teams. India’s World Cup-winning hero, Deepti Sharma, who was named Player of the Tournament in last month’s home event, became the most expensive player in the auction when…
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The Gulf region’s biggest T20 cricket league is set for a blockbuster start, with renowned singer Ali Zafar leading the opening-day celebrations. The six-team, 34-match DP World ILT20 Season 4 will begin on Tuesday, December 2, at the Dubai International Stadium. The opening ceremony, which will begin at 6:00 p.m., will be followed by the first match of the season (starting at 6:45 p.m.), featuring defending champions Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers—a rematch of last season’s thrilling finale, which the Capitals won in the last over. Limited tickets for the opening ceremony are now available across all categories, with stand…
Dubai Capitals have confirmed Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka as their captain for the fourth edition of the International League T20. The defending champions finalized the decision ahead of the new campaign, citing Shanaka’s experience and leadership qualities at the international level. Shanaka, who was part of the Capitals’ title-winning team last season, brings a strong T20 record to the job, having played in over 100 matches across both disciplines. Team officials stated that they aim to further strengthen the stability of their retained core and establish a new direction under a new captain. Notably, in the last edition of…
The introduction of the first digital platform in the region for purchasing and selling trademarks in the UAE marks a significant milestone in the innovation of intellectual property in the Middle East. The platform, TM Marketplace, was officially launched by the Ministry of Economy and Tourism in Abu Dhabi, making the UAE a global center for IP investment and brand ownership. The new platform is developed as part of the UAE Government Leaders Programme and will allow businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors to trade trademarks in a way that is secure and transparent. The project is a significant move towards making…
Dubai is experiencing a sharp increase in corporate mobility, which is a result of its vibrant MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. The city is projected to receive well over 210,000 business event delegates in the coming years—and maneuvering in such a fast-paced corporate environment requires comfort, efficiency, and intelligent digital solutions. This change is reshaping the way professional people commute to work, making car rental by corporations not merely a service to get to work but a business opportunity. Other companies like Octane Rent are at the forefront with solutions to suit the modern-day executives. Here, we will…