Season 5 schedule confirmed · 34 fixtures · UAE
ILT20 2026
Fixtures, Teams & Season 5 Updates
ILT20 Season 5 runs from 21 November to 20 December 2026. Six franchises play 34 matches across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. This independent hub focuses on what fans need now: today’s fixtures during the tournament, the next match before it starts, current squads, match times and verified Season 5 changes.
ILT20 2026 fixtures today, in UAE, Pakistan and India time
During Season 5, the fixture panel at the top updates according to the current date in the UAE. On double-header days, both matches are shown; on rest days, the next scheduled fixture appears instead. Match times are displayed in GST, PKT and IST so supporters in the UAE, Pakistan and India can plan around each game more easily. For every match date and venue, use the complete ILT20 2026 schedule.
What changed before ILT20 Season 5?
This section records changes that actually alter what a fan should know. It deliberately avoids carrying forward pre-auction or provisional information after newer Season 5 details have been published.
Three useful ways to read the 2026 schedule
Dubai carries the largest fixture load: 15 of the 34 matches are scheduled there, compared with 11 in Abu Dhabi and eight in Sharjah.
Double-headers are concentrated: six league-stage dates contain two matches, which creates very different viewing days from the standard 6:30 PM GST single-match pattern.
The playoffs move across all three host cities: Qualifier 1 is in Abu Dhabi, the Eliminator in Dubai and Qualifier 2 in Sharjah before the final returns to Dubai.
ILT20 teams competing in 2026
For ownership, title records and franchise context, use the ILT20 Teams 2026 overview. For current player lists, use the ILT20 Squads 2026 page. Each franchise below also links directly to its dedicated Season 5 schedule page.
Everything you need for ILT20 2026
Jump directly to the detailed guide, full fixture list, current squads, team profiles, ticket information and the latest ILT20 news.
ILT20 Schedule 2026All 34 fixtures with GST, PKT and IST times →
ILT20 Squads 2026Current post-auction player lists for all six teams →
ILT20 Teams 2026Franchises, owners and championship records →
ILT20 Tickets 2026Ticket-sale, booking and pricing updates →
Latest ILT20 NewsNew announcements and tournament developments →
Season 5 schedules by franchise
Open a franchise schedule for its match dates and opponents, or use the complete tournament schedule for all 34 fixtures.
ILT20 2026 FAQs
When does ILT20 Season 5 start?
ILT20 Season 5 starts on Saturday, 21 November 2026 and ends on Sunday, 20 December 2026.
Which ILT20 matches are on 22 November 2026?
On Sunday, 22 November 2026, Sharjah Warriorz face Gulf Giants at 2:00 PM GST in Sharjah, followed by Dubai Capitals vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at 6:30 PM GST in Dubai. See the full Season 5 fixture list →
How many matches are in ILT20 Season 5?
There are 34 matches: 30 league-stage fixtures and four playoff matches.
What time are ILT20 2026 matches in Pakistan and India?
A 2:00 PM GST match starts at 3:00 PM PKT and 3:30 PM IST. A 6:30 PM GST match starts at 7:30 PM PKT and 8:00 PM IST.
Which teams are playing in ILT20 2026?
The six franchises are Abu Dhabi Knight Riders, Desert Vipers, Dubai Capitals, Gulf Giants, MI Emirates and Sharjah Warriorz. For ownership, titles and franchise details, see the ILT20 Teams 2026 overview →
Who are the defending champions?
Desert Vipers enter Season 5 as the defending ILT20 champions.
How We Keep ILT20 Information Current
We regularly review ILT20 fixtures, Season 5 squads, venues, ticket information and tournament updates against official announcements and established sports sources. If organisers change a match time, venue, squad or ticketing detail, we update the relevant page accordingly. Last reviewed: 15 October 2026
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