Raina, Dhawan, Guptill, Dilshan to headline Intercontinental Legends Championship line up

IANS May 12, 2025 256 views

The Intercontinental Legends Championship is set to bring together cricket's most beloved retired stars in a global T20 tournament. Teams representing six continents will compete in an exciting 18-game series at Greater Noida's premier sports complex. Fans can look forward to seeing legendary players like Raina, Dhawan, Guptill, and Dilshan showcase their skills once again. The tournament promises to be a celebration of cricket's international appeal and a nostalgic treat for sports enthusiasts.

"These cricketing greats have thrilled us for years, and now they're back to light up the field once again." - Gaurav Kamal, ILC Director
Raina, Dhawan, Guptill, Dilshan to headline Intercontinental Legends Championship line up
Greater Noida, May 12: Former Indian cricketers Suresh Raina , Shikhar Dhawan and ex-Sri Lanka opener Tillakaratne Dilshan and other stars will feature in the upcoming Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC).

Key Points

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Legendary cricketers from 6 continents to compete in spectacular tournament

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Matches will be held at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex

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Tournament runs from May 27 to June 5

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Six iconic teams representing global regions

The Championship will begin from May 27 and will be played here at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida. The finals of the mega event is slated for June 5.

The tournament will also see players from across the world featuring in the mega event such as former New Zealand batter Martin Guptill and former Afghanistan skipper Asghar Afghan.

Ex- India bowlers Praveen Kumar, Manpreet Gony will play in the tournament for Indian Warriors. The other 5 teams are African Lions, Trans Titans (Australia and New Zealand), Euro Gladiators, American Strikers and Asian Avengers. The six iconic teams represent six global regions.

Speaking about the Intercontinental Legends Championship (ILC), Director Gaurav Kamal said, "These cricketing greats have thrilled us for years, and now they're back to light up the field once again. The Intercontinental Legends Championship is a tribute to their legacy and a celebration of the sport that unites the world. With six continents represented, this is truly a global cricketing spectacle."

Echoing the enthusiasm, Director of ILC Manish Bhatt said, "We can't wait to see Shikhar Dhawan's elegant strokes paired with Suresh Raina's explosive hitting. Their combined charisma and skill will add a thrilling dimension to every match and inspire a new generation of cricket fans."

With 6 continents, 6 teams, and 18 games of action-packed cricket, the Intercontinental Legends Championship promises to redefine the boundaries of the sport.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Can't wait to see Raina and Dhawan back in action! 🏏 Their partnership was always magical to watch. Hope they recreate some of that old magic for us fans. The tournament concept is brilliant - bringing together legends from across the world!
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Priya M.
Great initiative but ticket prices should be reasonable. Many young fans would love to see their heroes play live. Also, why only Greater Noida? Could have rotated matches across different cities to make it more accessible.
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Arjun S.
Dilshan playing in India again - what a treat! Remember his 'Dilscoop' shots during IPL days. Hope he shows some of those trademark shots. The Asian Avengers team sounds particularly exciting with players from subcontinent.
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Sneha R.
Excited but slightly disappointed that some bigger names like Yuvraj or Sehwag aren't playing. Still, this will be nostalgic cricket at its best. Hope Star Sports or Disney+Hotstar broadcasts this live for all of us to enjoy!
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Vikram J.
Interesting to see Martin Guptill in the mix! His 237* in WC 2015 still gives me nightmares as an Indian fan 😅 But that's what makes this tournament special - old rivals coming together for cricket's sake. Jai Hind!
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Neha P.
The tournament timing is perfect - right before monsoon when cricket fever is usually low. Smart planning! Though I wonder if these retired players can still match their old intensity. Either way, it'll be fun to watch with family.

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