• “A strong performance here can open doors not just in franchise cricket but also for UAE selection,” says Jonathan Figy 
• The DP World ILT20 Development Tournament provides UAE’s upcoming cricketers with a platform to showcase their talent ahead of the DP World ILT20 2025 Player Auction, scheduled a few days after the Asia Cup 2025.
• Fans in India can watch the action on Fancode, while rest of the world can watch on styxsports; live scoring can be found here 
• Photos from the DP World ILT20 Development Tournament can be found here

Dubai, 30 August 2025: Jonathan Figy has been in sensational form while leading the Gulf Giants Development at the ongoing DP World ILT20 Development Tournament. The 24-year-old has amassed 180 runs in four matches, including three half-centuries, taking the team to two wins in four matches. The UAE-born cricketer has showcased both his value to the team and highlighted his ambition to make a return to the national side.