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G42 and UAE Team Emirates XRG Announce Multi-Year Partnership

Abu Dhabi, UAE – January 16, 2025 – G42, the UAE-based leading AI and technology holding group, is proud to announce their multi-year partnership with UAE Team Emirates XRG ahead of the 2025 UCI World Tour cycling season. This collaboration underscores both organizations’ commitment to innovation and performance in the world of professional cycling.

A key pillar of this partnership will see G42 act as the official AI partner of UAE Team Emirates XRG, utilizing cutting-edge solutions to enhance the team’s performance on and off the bike, alongside portfolio-company Analog. By leveraging advanced analytics, machine learning and real-time data processing, G42 and Analog will empower the team with insights to optimize training, race strategy, and overall rider performance.

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David Willey and Jason Holder lead Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to 30-run victory against Sharjah Warriorz

  • “I always aim to take wickets and try to swing the new ball to achieve that. The scoreboard generally dictates what we need, and I focus on reading the game well to deliver accordingly. I’ve built my career around swinging the ball and always strive to stay one step ahead of the batter” said Player of the Match David Willey
  • Match tickets for Season 3 are available here
  • DP World ILT20 Season 3 schedule available here, squads available here
David Willey of Abu Dhabi Knight Riders appeals during the match 6 of the DP World International League T20 between the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and the Sharjah Warriors held at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on the 15th January, 2025.

Photo by CREIMAS / ILT20

Dubai January 16, 2025: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders secured their first victory at the DP World ILT20 Season 3, defeating Sharjah Warriorz by 30 runs at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Jason Holder picked up four wickets for just 23 runs and David Willey returned figures of three wickets for 19 runs to defend their total of 159/5 with ease.

Jason Holder of Abu Dhabi Knight Riders bowls during the match 6 of the DP World International League T20 between the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and the Sharjah Warriors held at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on the 15th January, 2025.

Photo by Deepak Malik / CREIMAS / ILT20

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Mark Adair Reflects on Gulf Giants’ Strong Start Despite Setback Against Desert Vipers

Dubai, January 15, 2025 – In the aftermath of Tuesday evening’s ILT20 Season 3 encounter at the Dubai International Stadium, Gulf Giants’ bowling all-rounder Mark Adair reflected on the team’s resilient performance against Desert Vipers. Despite suffering a six-wicket defeat in a low-scoring affair, where Desert Vipers successfully chased down the target with Sam Curran’s unbeaten 42 and Sherfane Rutherford’s quick-fire 40, Irish star Mark Adair highlighted the unwavering commitment and positive outlook within the Gulf Giants camp.

The match, which saw the Gulf Giants put up a spirited show of their total, was a hard-fought contest although the result didn’t go in their favor.Mark Adair was quick to praise his team’s efforts by sharing, “We showed great determination in defending our target, putting in a strong shift throughout the innings.”Mark Adair also on analysing the team’s performance shared, “There were definitely opportunities for us to win the game, and we fought out there. While the result wasn’t in our favor this time, we know we have match-winning performances in us.”

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Baseball United Announces Dates for Historic UAE Series in Dubai

The Baseball United UAE Series will feature the league’s two UAE-based franchises, the Arabia Wolves and the Mid East Falcons

DUBAI, UAE (January 15, 2025) – Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced today the Baseball United UAE Series, the league’s first event of 2025. The three-game series will feature its two UAE-based franchises, the Arabia Wolves (Dubai) and the Mid East Falcons (Abu Dhabi), and will take place February 14th – 16th at Baseball United Ballpark at The Sevens Sports and Entertainment Complex in Dubai.

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Curran, Rutherford star as Desert Vipers cruise to six-wicket victory Over Gulf Giants

  • Lockie Ferguson and Mohammad Amir shone with the ball for the Desert Vipers
  • “It is nice to be here for the start of the tournament and it is nice to win on a tricky pitch. It was almost a bit of a Test match out there, trying to trust your defence. I knew they are going go for their best seam bowlers at the top, so had to adjust accordingly” said Player of the Match Sam Curran
  • Match tickets for Season 3 are available here
  • DP World ILT20 Season 3 schedule available here, squads available here
Sam Curran of Desert Vipers plays a shot during the match 5 of the DP World International League T20 between the Gulf Giants and the Desert Vipers held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on the 14th January, 2025.

Photo by Pankaj Nangia / CREIMAS / ILT20

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