NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s renowned hard-hitting batter Azam Khan is eagerly anticipating the upcoming ILT20 Season 3. Representing the shades of Desert Vipers, the right-handed Pakistan international played a pivotal role in the Vipers’ previous campaign while demonstrating his aggressive style of play.
With the new season approaching, Azam is ready to once again bring his power-hitting prowess to the field.
Expressing his excitement, Azam Khan acknowledged the challenges ahead but emphasized his focus on delivering strong performances and contributing to the team’s success.
“I’m really excited for the next season. I had a great season last year, which brings the same excitement to go out and play for the Desert Vipers again. There will be new challenges, but we’ll focus on executing on the ground and winning for the team,” Azam said.
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Azam’s achievements in the previous season, including registering the fastest half-century in the tournament’s history, have further cemented his reputation as a formidable force.
“I’ve always said that cricket is a game that won’t just give you success, but it’ll also bring failures in your career. For me, it’s about going out there and dominating the other side. That’s what I always try to do whenever I go out there,” he added
The ILT20 is recognized as a highly competitive tournament, featuring nine international players in each team. However, on crowd’s reception, Azam could not resist but continued, “It’s a great adrenaline rush for me whenever I go out to bat and hear the crowd roaring. It’s an amazing feeling for any player, any batter. I’ll try to make sure I bring the same excitement for the fans this year as well.”
“I think it’s a tough competition. I’ve been talking to many players about the competition, and with nine international players in one team, I think it makes it very tough for the players to perform. Even the guys sitting on the bench are world-class players, so it gets difficult for the guys,” added Azam.

Azam appreciates the talent and depth across the squads, which create a challenging yet exciting environment for players to perform at their best.
Beyond his individual performances, he elaborated the tournament’s role in fostering the growth of UAE cricket and its grassroots programs, adding, “I think it’s a great opportunity for the UAE youngsters, especially as they can share the dressing room with the legends and greats of the game. It’s very good for their future, and they can learn from them, try to execute the feedback they get, and use it in their daily life to work on it.”

“I know some of them personally, and it feels very nice when all these young guys come to you and ask for opinions. It feels nice that they want suggestions from me, and I’m always there for them,” he further explained. “I think Tanish Suri is a fine wicketkeeper and batter. Ali Nasser was outstanding last year, and Dhruv Parashar is one of the guys who played with us last year (reselected by Desert Vipers for Season 3 in last week’s UAE Player Selection Process). These are a few of the guys who are very talented.”
As the Desert Vipers gear up for the season, Azam promises to give his all on the field, ensuring an exhilarating experience for cricket enthusiasts.
With a mix of established T20 superstars and emerging talents, ILT20 Season 3, scheduled to start on January 11, promises to deliver another thrilling chapter of cricket action.
“Just come out and support us and we’ll try to win the tournament this year. I can’t promise that, but I’ll make sure that whenever I go in the ground, I’ll give my 100%,” he concluded.