DP World ILT20 ‘Power 9 Golf Day’ blends sports and camaraderie in Dubai

Wednesday, 31 December 2025 19:20

By ARN News Staff

The DP World ILT20 "Power 9 Golf Day" saw cricketers, commentators, match officials, partners and other key stakeholders take to the course for a relaxed afternoon on Wednesday, alongside professional golfer Richard Mansell at the award-winning Els Club in Dubai.

Over the past editions, the DP World ILT20 Golf Day has become an annual tradition during the tournament window in the UAE, providing an opportunity for players, officials, sponsors, partners and broadcasters to enjoy the picturesque course and connect in a relaxed setting amid the month-long cricket festivities.

The DP World ILT20 "Power 9 Golf Day" featured DP World ILT20 cricketers Sam Curran, David Payne, Andries Gous and Dinesh Karthik, joining fellow participants for an afternoon of golf and camaraderie.

Also on the greens were commentators and presenters Wasim Akram, Ian Bishop, Simon Doull, Nikhil Chopra, Urooj Mumtaz Khan, Owais Shah and Laura McGoldrick, with match officials Rod Tucker and Martin Saggers also in attendance, alongside Ishan Chopra, Head of Partnerships, DP World ILT20.

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