Topics Phil spoke about included the possibility of moving to three UAE players in any starting eleven for season four as opposed to the current mark of two, as well as the possibilities of expanding the league and even setting up a women’s tournament to go with the men.
<span style="caret-color: #131313; color: #131313; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; white-space-collapse: preserve; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05);">In the Episode 3 of Straight Up With Vipers, Pakistan’s explosive batters Fakhar Azam and Azam Khan talk about their friendship on and off the field, the experience of playing for the same club in Pakistan and for Desert Vipers. The duo further praise the sustainable initiatives of the franchise, discuss their relationship with Moin Khan, the love for the game, and much more. Stay tuned to our social media channels and visit thedesertvipers.com to keep up with the Vipers’ journey!</span>
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap; caret-color: #131313; color: #131313; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05);">In this episode of Vipers Voices, head coach James Foster, star batter Max Holden, and captain Sam Curran share their thoughts after the heartbreaking defeat in the DP World ILT20 2025 Final to the Dubai Capitals. Foster reflects on losing in the summit clash, the missed opportunities, and praises Curran’s all-round performances as well as Holden’s brilliant knock in the Final. Holden highlights the team’s impressive campaign and congratulates the Dubai Capitals on playing well to clinch the title. Curran expresses his disappointment despite an incredible season, reflects on the Vipers reaching two finals in three years, and acknowledges his MVP award in Season 3. Stay connected to our social media channels and thedesertvipers.com to follow the Vipers’ journey!</span>
It really was a game of fine margins with so many twists and turns but sadly, for the second time in three years, the Vipers finished on the wrong end of the final result.
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here are some of the match images from the DP World ILT20 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, February 9.</span>
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap; caret-color: #131313; color: #131313; font-family: Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.05);">Desert Vipers captain Lockie Ferguson shares his thoughts ahead of the DP World ILT20 2025 final against Dubai Capitals. He discusses the importance of winning the toss in subcontinental conditions, its impact at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, and expresses confidence in his team to bring their A-game for the marquee clash. Stay tuned to our social media channels and visit thedesertvipers.com to follow the Vipers' journey.</span>