The 9th edition of the Abu Dhabi T10 is set to take place from November 18 to 30 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. New teams and cricket legends like Harbhajan Singh, Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, Shimron Hetmyer, Piyush Chawla, and Faf du Plessis will headline the event, promising a spectacular experience for cricket enthusiasts in the region.
The eight franchises have finalized their squads, blending international stars with emerging talents, ensuring an exciting battle for the coveted trophy.
The Ajman Titans have bolstered their squad this season by signing India’s World Cup-winning spinner Piyush Chawla. They’ve also enhanced their batting order with Moeen Ali, Rilee Rossouw, and Alex Hales, adding experience and power. Moeen is expected to be pivotal with both bat and spin. With a solid lineup, the Titans aim for a successful campaign.
The Aspin Stallions have recruited former India spinner Harbhajan Singh, whose experience will be crucial in their tournament debut. With Harbhajan’s spin, Sam Billings’ batting prowess, Tymal Mills’ speed, and Andre Fletcher’s explosive batting, the Stallions look strong for the competition.
The Deccan Gladiators boast a formidable batting order with Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, and Marcus Stoinis, all known for their explosive hitting. David Wiese adds depth as an all-rounder, making the Gladiators a formidable team.
The Delhi Bulls arrive with a skilled squad led by seasoned all-rounders Pollard and Sunil Narine. Their experience and talent make them key players. The Bulls also feature big names like Tim David, Rovman Powell, and Phil Salt.
The Northern Warriors present a strong lineup with Hetmyer, Trent Boult, Tabraiz Shamsi, and Dinesh Chandimal. Hetmyer’s power, Boult’s pace, Shamsi’s spin, and Chandimal’s stability make the Warriors a tough competitor.
Newcomers Quetta Qavalry have assembled a balanced squad with stars like Liam Livingstone, Jason Holder, and Imran Tahir. Livingstone’s explosive batting, Holder’s all-round capabilities, and Tahir’s spin make them a formidable team.
The Royal Champs bring a robust lineup with experienced players like Jason Roy, Angelo Mathews, Shakib Al Hasan, and Chris Jordan. Roy’s aggressive batting, Mathews’ stability, Shakib’s versatility, and Jordan’s bowling expertise prepare them well for the competition.
Vista Riders have strengthened their team by adding India’s World Cup-winning pacer S. Sreesanth. His experience will lead the bowling attack, while Du Plessis and Matthew Wade will spearhead the batting. With a versatile squad, the Riders are eyeing the trophy.
“The franchises have made smart picks and strategic moves in the draft. The teams are gearing up for an exciting 2025 Abu Dhabi T10,” said Shaji Ul Mulk, Chairman, Mulk Holdings and T10 Global Sports.
“Cricket’s fastest format continues to grow, and our mission is to deliver the most entertaining version of the game to fans worldwide.”
