MI Emirates enter ILT20 Season 4 with a squad built for balance, firepower, and depth, aiming to continue their strong performances in the league. After finishing third in 2023, clinching the championship in 2024, and returning to the playoffs in 2025, the franchise has carefully assembled a mix of international stars and emerging talent for the upcoming season. The October 1, 2025, auction saw high drama, with record-breaking deals and strategic acquisitions shaping each team.
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The headline signing for MI Emirates was West Indies opener Andre Fletcher, retained for USD 260,000 for a fourth consecutive season, reflecting the franchise’s confidence in his ability to provide explosive starts.
England all-rounder Jordan Thompson and pacers Naveen-Ul-Haq and Chris Woakes strengthen the bowling arsenal, offering both pace and variety.
Muhammad Rohid, retained via RTM for USD 140,000, adds depth to the domestic batting and bowling lineup, while fellow pacers Zahoor Khan and Fazalhaq Farooqi bolster the seam attack.
MI Emirates’ batting unit is formidable, with aggressive power-hitters like Tom Banton, experienced campaigners Jonny Bairstow and Shakib Al Hasan, and versatile middle-order options Kamindu Mendis and Romario Shepherd, ensuring stability and finishing capability.
The squad also includes young talent such as Mohamed Shafeeq, Zain Ul Abidin, Usman Khan, Ackeem Auguste, and Arab Gul, who provide flexibility and depth across batting and bowling.
Spin options are well-covered by Shakib Al Hasan, AM Ghazanfar, and Fazalhaq Farooqi, giving the team control in the middle overs. With a carefully balanced mix of explosive batting, crafty spin, and disciplined pace, MI Emirates are poised to challenge for glory in ILT20 2026.
MI Emirates Squad:
Muhammad Rohid, Jordan Thompson, Naveen-Ul-Haq, Andre Fletcher, Nosthush Kenjige, Mohamed Shafeeq, Zain Ul Abidin, Usman Khan, Ackeem Auguste, Arab Gul, Tajinder Dhillon, Zahoor Khan, Shakib Al Hasan, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kamindu Mendis, Romario Shepherd, Tom Banton, Muhammad Waseem, Chris Woakes, Jonny Bairstow
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The headline signing for MI Emirates was West Indies opener Andre Fletcher, retained for USD 260,000 for a fourth consecutive season, reflecting the franchise’s confidence in his ability to provide explosive starts.
England all-rounder Jordan Thompson and pacers Naveen-Ul-Haq and Chris Woakes strengthen the bowling arsenal, offering both pace and variety.
Muhammad Rohid, retained via RTM for USD 140,000, adds depth to the domestic batting and bowling lineup, while fellow pacers Zahoor Khan and Fazalhaq Farooqi bolster the seam attack.
MI Emirates’ batting unit is formidable, with aggressive power-hitters like Tom Banton, experienced campaigners Jonny Bairstow and Shakib Al Hasan, and versatile middle-order options Kamindu Mendis and Romario Shepherd, ensuring stability and finishing capability.
The squad also includes young talent such as Mohamed Shafeeq, Zain Ul Abidin, Usman Khan, Ackeem Auguste, and Arab Gul, who provide flexibility and depth across batting and bowling.
Spin options are well-covered by Shakib Al Hasan, AM Ghazanfar, and Fazalhaq Farooqi, giving the team control in the middle overs. With a carefully balanced mix of explosive batting, crafty spin, and disciplined pace, MI Emirates are poised to challenge for glory in ILT20 2026.
MI Emirates Squad:
Muhammad Rohid, Jordan Thompson, Naveen-Ul-Haq, Andre Fletcher, Nosthush Kenjige, Mohamed Shafeeq, Zain Ul Abidin, Usman Khan, Ackeem Auguste, Arab Gul, Tajinder Dhillon, Zahoor Khan, Shakib Al Hasan, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kamindu Mendis, Romario Shepherd, Tom Banton, Muhammad Waseem, Chris Woakes, Jonny Bairstow
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