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UAE’s top schools gear up for DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2024 quarter-finals

·       Dubai’s qualifiers include Dubai College, Dubai International Academy – Emirates Hills, The Winchester School, Delhi Private School Dubai, and either GEMS Modern Academy or JSS Private School.

·       Abu Dhabi’s Cambridge High School and Abu Dhabi Indian School – Al Muroor join Sharjah’s Delhi Private School in the quarter-finals as well

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Dubai, 08 November 2024: The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2024 reaches an exciting milestone as it enters the quarter final stage, with eight schools qualifying from their respective pools across the UAE

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Baseball United Arab Classic Day One Recap

Pakistan wins two games to lead Group A; Palestine atop Group B

DUBAI, UAE (November 7, 2024) – The Baseball United Arab Classic has officially kicked off in Dubai, making history as nine national teams hit the field for an unforgettable day of competition. Fans filled the new Baseball United Ballpark, witnessing the birth of baseball’s next chapter in the Middle East and South Asia.

From early morning matchups to late-night battles, every game brought a mix of national pride, intense rivalry, and game-changing moments. Today set the tone for a tournament that’s not just about wins and losses, but about uniting cultures and igniting a passion for baseball that will resonate across the region.

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Baseball United Announces Completion of New Dubai Ballpark and Several Historic Milestones

The new Baseball United Ballpark at The Sevens will be showcased beginning this week with the Arab Classic International Baseball Tournament running from November 7th – 10th in Dubai

DUBAI, UAE (November 6, 2024) – Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced today the completion of Baseball United Ballpark, the first professional baseball field in the history of the region. The field, completed in just 38 days by Baseball United and their construction partners, will debut to the public beginning this week with the Arab Classic Tournament. Nine nations from the GCC and Subcontinent will participate in the largest and most competitive international baseball tournament in the region’s history.

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A DECEMBER TO REMEMBER – WORLD TENNIS LEAGUE SEASON 3 BRINGS A STELLAR MUSICAL LINEUP

Global music sensations including Bryan Adams, Anastacia, Akon and Sean Paul to perform at the Etihad Arena next month

Abu Dhabi, November 6, 2024: With just over a month to go until World Tennis League returns for its third season, the excitement for ‘The Greatest Show on Court!’ is palpable. Supported by Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT) and Miral, WTL Season 3 will find its home at the iconic Etihad Arena at Yas Island, from December 19-22, 2024.

While 16 world-class players will deliver some courtside thrills during the day, at night, global artists will take the spectators on a musical journey. This year, legendary rock icon Bryan Adams, American pop diva Anastacia, and Grammy Award-winning artists Akon and Sean Paul are set to take the stage.

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New York Strikers Set Sights on Consecutive Abu Dhabi T10 Glory

   Pakistan’s Power-Hitter Asif Ali, England’s Pace Ace Reece Topley, and Rising Star Muhammad Jawad Ullah Rally Behind Title Defense

Abu Dhabi, November 5, 2024; The New York Strikers, reigning champions of the Abu Dhabi T10 tournament, are preparing to defend their title with a determined squad. Determined to prove his skills yet again is the explosive Pakistani batsman Asif Ali, whose recent heroics in the Hong Kong Sixes tournament have further cemented his reputation as one of T10 cricket’s most dangerous power-hitters. As preparations intensify for the upcoming season, several key squad members have also shared their vision and commitment to maintaining the Strikers’ dominance in one of cricket’s most dynamic formats.

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