Aayan Khan

Zee TV’s Neeli Chatri Waale is a light-hearted drama that is grabbing eyeballs on the weekends for the unique friendship showcased between Bhagwan Das and Lord Shivaye. Both the lead protagonists are receiving rave reviews for their portrayals.

Aayan Khan's exceptional spell of 3/17 was the highlight as Gulf Giants secured a six-wicket victory over Sharjah Warriorz. Despite a strong start from the Warriorz's openers, Khan's bowling dismantled their middle order, setting up a chase that saw the Giants reach 157 with two balls to spare.

Bollywood actor Irrfan and his younger son Aayan Khan spent some time at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on the occasion of Father's Day.

Michael Pepper and Phil Salt’s 131-run opening stand powered Abu Dhabi Knight Riders to a 32-run win over Gulf Giants, sealing a playoff berth in the World ILT20. Pepper’s 83 and Salt’s unbeaten 72 set up 179/1 before Narine and Russell snuffed out a Moeen Ali-led chase to set up an Eliminator clash with Dubai Capitals.

In a video circulating on social media, the PTI chairman could be seen emerging out of a gate at the Civil Courts Lahore surrounded by his party workers and security personnel when people standing there started chanting the derogatory slogan with reference to the Toshakhana controversy, Geo News reported.

Gulf Giants, led by head coach Andy Flower and captain James Vince, prepare for ILT20 Season 3 with a strong squad, including new signings like Tim David and Tom Curran. Boosted by key players such as Chris Jordan and Aayan Khan, they aim to reclaim the title, starting their campaign against Sharjah Warriorz on January 12.

The Gulf Giants took a break from their ILT20 Season 4 campaign to immerse themselves in UAE culture with a visit to the Arabian Desert Camel Riding Centre. Players learned camel handling and modern riding techniques before enjoying a hands-on desert session.

For children who took to stage for the first time ever, the past month was the curtain-up for the theatre of life.Organised by PS3 group and Favour Foundation, the month-long workshop was meant for schoolchildren who spent four hours daily learning nuances of theatre.

Ariful Islam's counter-punching fifty and a fiery spell by left-arm pacer Maruf Mridha helped Bangladesh score a facile four-wicket win over India to reach the final of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday.

Gulf Giants have appointed Jonathan Trott as head coach and Shane Bond as bowling coach for the upcoming fourth season of the ILT20, replacing Andy Flower and Ottis Gibson, respectively. Andrew Puttick will serve as batting coach, while Jamie Troughton will lead fielding efforts.

Thirteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's explosive 67 off 36 balls powered India to a dominant seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the U-19 Asia Cup ODI semi-final. His aggressive knock, combined with a disciplined bowling performance, propelled India to chase down 174 with 170 balls remaining. They will face Bangladesh in the final on Sunday.

The Gulf Giants secured a thrilling two-wicket win over MI Emirates in ILT20 Season 3, overcoming early setbacks and a tough bowling attack. Key contributions from Tom Alsop, Gerhard Erasmus, Tom Curran, and Mark Adair were crucial. Aayan Khan's last-over heroics sealed the victory, moving the team to fifth place on the points table.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders secured their second win in ILT20 Season 3 with a 37-run victory over Gulf Giants. Michael Pepper’s half-century and strong bowling contributed to the win, overshadowing Aayan Afzal Khan’s 4/16 for the Giants. The Knight Riders’ solid start and strategic play were crucial, while the Giants' batting struggle was evident.

Alick Athanaze showcased his talent by smashing the joint-fastest half-century on his ODI debut, while off-spinner Kevin Sinclair made a triumphant comeback with an excellent four-wicket haul to hand West Indies a four-wicket win and a 3-0 cleansweep against United Arab Emirates in Sharjah.

Dasun Shanaka's late innings blitz led the Dubai Capitals to a victory over the Gulf Giants at the Dubai International Stadium. Shanaka scored 34 off 10 deliveries, helping the Capitals chase down a target of 154 with five wickets in hand and eight balls to spare.

Gulf Giants secured their first win of ILT20 Season 3, defeating Dubai Capitals by six wickets. Contributions from Gerhard Erasmus and Shimron Hetmyer helped chase down 166 runs with 11 balls remaining. The Giants' bowlers, especially Aayan Afzal Khan, were instrumental in restricting Dubai to 165/7. Dubai Capitals aim to address their fielding issues for better results ahead.

Dubai is buzzing as the ILT20 Season 4 kicks off today with a thrilling rematch between Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers. Cricket's biggest stars, including Phil Salt, Andre Russell, and Kieron Pollard, are set to dazzle. A spectacular opening ceremony featuring Ali Zafar will precede the first ball at 6:45 PM. Tickets are available now.

Zimbabwean cricketer Sikandar Raza considers Abu Dhabi his second home and is excited for the upcoming edition of the Abu Dhabi T10 league. Raza has been a fan favorite in Abu Dhabi and was the captain of the Chennai Braves in the previous season. He is looking forward to the seventh edition of the league and believes that the T10 format has had a positive impact.

Nicholas Pooran led MI Emirates to their first Season 3 ILT20 victory in Dubai with an unbeaten 58 off 37 balls. They won by five wickets against Gulf Giants, who posted 173/6. Pooran's decisive performance in the final overs, including a match-sealing six, earned him Player of the Match honours. James Vince scored 86 in a losing effort for the Giants.

Qatar hosts the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, formerly the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, from November 14-23. This seventh edition showcases emerging talent with eight teams, including India A and Pakistan Shaheens. Matches will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on SonyLIV, offering fans a glimpse into Asia's future cricketing stars.

The ILT20 has rapidly become the second-most watched T20 league globally, thanks to significant investments and the inclusion of Associate nation players. The league's CEO David White emphasised its contributions to UAE cricket development, from financial support to player opportunities, setting it apart from other leagues and drawing notable comparisons with other T20 leagues.

The Abu Dhabi T10 cricket tournament has completed its 2023 Players Draft, with teams making exciting signings. Notable additions include Kusal Mendis and Robin Uthappa joining the Bangla Tigers, and Imran Tahir joining the Chennai Braves. The defending champions, the Deccan Gladiators, added Sherfane Rutherford and Fabian Allen to their squad.

The International League T20 (ILT20) is set to introduce a player auction for its fourth season, replacing the draft system to refresh team compositions and attract global talent. Scheduled for September, the auction aims to generate buzz and reshape squads, with the teams allowed to retain up to eight players.