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National, 9th January 2026: ‘Z’ has once again demonstrated its commitment to bringing world-class sports entertainment to Indian audiences as the DP World ILT20 Season 04 concludes with Desert Vipers sealing their historic first title with a thrilling victory over MI Emirates. The tournament, broadcast exclusively on ‘Z’, has captivated millions of cricket fans across the country through ‘Z’s comprehensive multi-platform strategy, reinforcing the network’s position as a premier destination for diverse sporting content. Building on this momentum, ‘Z’ is looking at adding more sports properties in 2026, further strengthening its sports entertainment portfolio and offering Indian audiences an even wider array of world-class sporting action.
The DP World ILT20 Season 4, exclusively on ‘Z’, delivered high-quality competition and compelling storylines that kept viewers engaged throughout the tournament. After delivering thrilling encounters day after day through the league stage, the tournament reached its crescendo with Desert Vipers claiming their maiden championship. The concluding match was an edge-of-the-seat contest between two deserving finalists.
Fans enjoyed exclusive access to LIVE action on ‘Z’s linear TV channels along with OTT platform Zee 5 in India. Zee 5 Hindi offered free-to-view streaming as the exclusive digital partner, ensuring maximum reach and accessibility across demographics.
Commenting on DP World ILT20 Season 4, Laxmi Shetty, Head – Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast and Digital, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, said, “We are thrilled to have concluded yet another spectacular season of the DP World ILT20 exclusively on ‘Z’. Over the past four seasons, this tournament has grown tremendously, and we have had the privilege of bringing world-class T20 cricket to millions of fans across India through our multi-platform approach. The Desert Vipers’ historic maiden title victory is a fitting finale to a season that has been marked by exceptional cricketing moments and unprecedented viewer engagement. At ‘Z’, we are committed to solidifying our position as India’s ultimate destination for sports entertainment, and our expansion into diverse sporting properties, including international baseball, reflects our vision to offer something for every sports enthusiast. As we look ahead to 2026, we are excited about the potential to add more premium sports properties to our portfolio, including foraying into regional sports like Kabaddi and emerging sports like Baseball, Padel, Pickle, Handball, and Taekwondo to name a few, further enriching the sporting experience for our viewers. The success of DP World ILT20 across our linear channels and Zee 5, including free-to-view streaming on Zee 5 Hindi, demonstrates our dedication to making premium sports content accessible to audiences across languages and geographies.”
Fans at the Dubai International Stadium were treated to a spectacular build-up ahead of the final, with a dazzling fireworks display and a drone show lighting up the night sky. The pre-match extravaganza created a carnival-like atmosphere as thousands of spectators soaked in the visual spectacle that celebrated the league and set the stage for the biggest clash of the season.
‘Z’s successful broadcast of DP World ILT20 Season 04 underscores the network’s growing influence in the sports broadcasting landscape and its ability to deliver compelling sporting experiences to diverse audiences across India.
