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Emirates sponsor twenty20 world cup

Emirates airline have agreed a deal to become a partner of the ICC World Twenty20 Cup, which begins in South Africa this week.

The first Twenty20 World cup begins on Tuesday September 11, with 12 countries participating across three venues in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.

Boutros Boutros, Emirates’ Senior Vice President, Media Relations, Sponsorships and Events said: “Emirates has a great affinity with cricket and we are looking forward to our partnership with the ICC World Twenty20 2007 in South Africa”

Malcolm Speed, ICC Chief Executive said: “Emirates has always been a great supporter of our sport and we look forward to working closely with them throughout this tournament to help our strong sport grow even stronger.'