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Sharjah Warriorz Finalize Power-Packed Squad for ILT20 Season 5 After Auction

News18•03-10-2026, 14:15

•Sharjah Warriorz completed their 23-member squad for ILT20 Season 5, blending international experience with emerging UAE talent.
•The team secured key players like James Vince, Adam Milne, Waqar Salamkheil, and Sikandar Raza pre-auction, then added Richard Gleeson, Mohammad Nabi, and Adil Rashid.
•England pacer Richard Gleeson was the biggest signing at USD 180,000, with Afghanistan veteran Mohammad Nabi acquired for USD 140,000.
•Head Coach Adrian Birrell emphasized building a versatile squad with depth in batting and all-round ability to adapt to various situations.
•The Warriorz boast a strong spin attack with Waqar Salamkheil, Adil Rashid, Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Nabi, and George Linde, alongside four UAE U19 players.

Adrian Birrell is the newly appointed head coach for the Sharjah Warriorz ahead of Season 5 of the ILT20.

England pacer Richard Gleeson was the Sharjah Warriorz's biggest signing at USD 180,000 during the Season 5 player auction.

The Sharjah Warriorz secured James Vince, Adam Milne, Waqar Salamkheil, and Sikandar Raza during the pre-auction window.