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Sam Billings is now presented with the trophy and he joins his teammates who eagerly wait to get their hands on it. The team erupts in roars of celebration as the fireworks light up the night sky. What a fitting end to an exceptional season of ILT20. Dubai Capitals have etched their name in history. That wraps up our coverage of this thrilling tournament. Hope you enjoyed it as much as we did bringing it to you. Until next time, it's cheers and goodbye!

Sam Billings, the skipper of Dubai Capitals says it was a phenomenal game and it was a perfect team effort. Mentions the way Max Holden and Sam Curran played and put them under pressure at different points and both teams had quality throughout which made it tight. Talks about the depth and quality in their batting lineup and says having guys like Sikandar Raza and Scott Kuggeleijn makes it easier. Appreciates the owners and thanks them for giving him the opportunity and keeping it all calm throughout which is very crucial. Says big players like Rovman Powell step up on big games and lauds the way he played to help them clinch the trophy. Ends by thanking the crowd for all the support.

The champions, Dubai Capitals, now make their way to the stage, led by their coach. One by one, the players step forward to collect their winner's medals. Sam Billings now collects the winner's cheque and is stopped for a quick chat before he can finally get his hands on the coveted ILT20 trophy.

Kiran Kumar Grandhi, the owner of Dubai Capitals, now steps forward to collect the BLACK BELT, signifying the team's triumph in this season's ILT20.

The entire Desert Vipers squad, along with their coach, now make their way onto the stage to collect their runners-up medals, one by one. Though they fell short in the final hurdle, their journey throughout the tournament has been nothing short of commendable. Sam Curran, the skipper of the team now collects the runner-up cheque and the trophy.

It's now time for the match officials to step onto the stage and collect their mementos in recognition of their hard work and dedication throughout the season.

Sam Curran, from Desert Vipers, is awarded the RED BELT as the Most Valuable Player of the season. Despite his team falling short in the final, Curran's all-round brilliance throughout the tournament made him a standout performer. Curran says he's feeling reasonably flat right now, but it was an amazing game overall. Despite the tough loss, he thoroughly enjoyed the season. He appreciates the professional setup and hopes the team can go one better next season. Going into the final, he felt really confident and they had a good score on the board. He’s proud of everyone in the team, as well as the coaching staff, and highlights the professionalism within the franchise. While the loss hurts, he believes everyone should be proud of what they achieved.

Muhammad Waseem from MI Emirates is now awarded the BLUE BELT for being the Best UAE Player for the third year in a row.

Shai Hope from Dubai Capitals gets the GREEN BELT for being the highest run scorer of the season. He scored 527 runs in total this season and led his team to victory.

Fazalhaq Farooqi of MI Emirates gets the WHITE BELT for being the top wicket-taker this season. He claimed 21 wickets in 11 innings, averaging 14.95.

Rovman Powell is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his outstanding knock of 63 off 38 balls. He says it feels good and he believes in himself to come good in crunch situations. Mentions that they have put in a lot of work and credits the coaching staff for their support. Says it's important for a player to carry luck and to come here from a humble beginning and do well is a privilege.

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Sikandar Raza says that he is proud and amazed by the team's achievements. He reflects on grafting for three years and how the lessons from their last final loss helped shape the team. He believes the real feeling of victory will sink in after a few hours. Raza emphasizes that no one ever doubted his ability and that the beauty of the team lies in the fact that it wasn’t just about skill, but also about character.

Scott Kuggeleijn expresses his excitement about being part of the team and contributing to the win, calling it a special feeling. He mentions the immense confidence the team has, highlighting the bowlers for doing their jobs effectively.

David Warner calls the opportunity to give the trophy to a franchise that has lost finals in the past a special moment. He highlights Rovman Powell's fantastic knock as a pivotal moment in the match. Warner notes that the key to their success was the momentum shift after losing the first couple of wickets, which helped steady the team’s path. He also emphasizes the importance of staying calm in high-pressure situations and praises the fantastic effort of all the players involved.

Gulbadin Naib is next in for a chat. He acknowledges that sometimes you perform well, and sometimes you don’t and that is the beauty of a tournament. He emphasizes that the success was a team effort, with everyone contributing. He credits the management for instilling confidence in the team, which played a key role in their performance. Naib also thanks the franchise for their unwavering support, which has been vital throughout the tournament.

Rovman Powell feels elated after the win, reflecting on the hard work he put in over the season. He mentions that despite losing three games, the team remained calm. He highlights that it’s all about belief and how big players stand up when it matters most. He is happy that luck finally went his way in the final, but he knows there’s a lot of hard work done back home to reach this point. He also thanks the owner for their constant support, acknowledging their role in this success.

Let's now hear from a few Dubai Capitals players as they share their thoughts on this remarkable victory.

Earlier in the game, Obed McCoy struck early, removing both of Desert Vipers’ openers in quick succession. However, Max Holden stood firm, anchoring the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking. His partnership with Sam Curran stabilized the innings, ensuring a strong foundation for the death overs. Holden notched up a well-crafted half-century before falling just as he was shifting gears, but Curran took charge, unleashing his attacking instincts. Azam Khan provided the finishing touch, and together, they powered Desert Vipers to a formidable 189. While McCoy was the standout bowler for Dubai Capitals, his performance faded towards the end, allowing the Vipers to push past the 180 mark.

The missed opportunity turned out to be hugely costly as Powell took charge, while Hope played the perfect supporting role. The duo added a crucial 80-run stand, not only rescuing the innings but also bringing the chase back on track. Hope departed, and Dasun Shanaka couldn’t contribute much, but Powell kept the Capitals in the hunt. However, his dismissal at a crucial stage once again put the chase in doubt. Just when the pressure was mounting, Sikandar Raza stepped up, delivering a breathtaking counterattack to finish the game in emphatic fashion, sealing the title for Dubai Capitals.