The pre-signings and retentions for the fifth season of the ILT20 were announced on Tuesday, August 11.
Several high-profile names have joined the league this season, including Finn Allen, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Marcus Stoinis.
Each of the six franchises was permitted four pre-auction signings.
Jason Holder, Sunil Narine, Shimron Hetmyer, Nicholas Pooran, and Rashid Khan are among the prominent names that have re-signed with their franchises from the previous season.
The auction — where teams will complete their squads by adding players from the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, along with additional overseas players — will be held on October 1.
Here is the complete list of pre-signings and retentions for the fifth season of ILT20:
Pre-signings and retentions for ILT20
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders: Finn Allen, Jason Holder, Matthew Tromp, Sunil Narine
Desert Vipers: Andries Gous, Dan Lawrence, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Shimron Hetmyer
Dubai Capitals: Rovman Powell, Noor Ahmad, Marcus Stoinis, Mustafizur Rahman
Gulf Giants: Azmatullah Omarzai, Blessing Muzarabani, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen
MI Emirates: Nicholas Pooran, Rashid Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd
Sharjah Warriorz: Adam Milne, James Vince, Waqar Salamkheil, Sikandar Raza
Published on Aug 12, 2026
