Gulf Giants sign Akeal Hosein as wild-card player for ILT20 Season Five

Gulf Giants signed Akeal Hosein as their wild-card player for ILT20 Season Five. The left-arm spinner has taken 95 wickets in over 100 T20 Internationals with best figures of five for 11. He has claimed 21 wickets in 29 ILT20 appearances at an economy rate of 7.10.

Akeal Hosein said he hopes to make an impact with the ball for Gulf Giants. Coach Simon Helmot said the spinner understands T20 demands and manages the middle overs well. The squad also includes Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller and Liam Livingstone.

ILT20 Season Five begins on November 21, 2026 and concludes on December 20, 2026. Hosein currently plays for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. His addition strengthens Gulf Giants' spin bowling options for the upcoming tournament.