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The first-ever ILT20 Player Auction made history with Andre Fletcher commanding a record USD 260,000 for MI Emirates. Franchises aggressively secured global stars and emerging UAE talents, notably investing heavily in local pacers like Junaid Siddique. This landmark auction, emphasizing Associate Nation players, promises an intensely competitive Season 4 of the ILT20, commencing December 2025.

India's Asia Cup final victory over Pakistan was marred by their refusal to accept the trophy from Pakistan's Interior Minister, leading to a shortened ceremony. Cricket legend Kapil Dev urged for politics to be kept separate from the sport, also noting a decline in Pakistani cricketing talent.

Cricket legend Wasim Akram sharply criticized Haris Rauf's expensive bowling against India in the Asia Cup final, where he conceded 50 runs. Akram labeled Rauf a "run machine," attributing his recurring struggles and lack of control to his refusal to play red-ball cricket. He urged the PCB to address this issue, suggesting Rauf's development is hindered without first-class experience.