The Abu Dhabi T10 is set to return to the gorgeous Zayed Cricket Stadium for a seventh season of exciting competition. With the event scheduled from Tuesday 28 November to Saturday 9 December and confirmed just two months after Deccan Gladiators claimed a second-straight title in what was an enthralling display of cricket at its quickest, this year’s tournament promises to be just as thrilling. This is sure to draw connoisseurs of the game from even further afield than ever before, each with the same objective: To witness some of the sport’s most intriguing teams go toe-to-toe in an adrenaline-pumping contest that will determine which side can master cricket’s shortest format effectively.
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub, together with its partners at Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi, made a commitment in 2019 to create an international cricket experience that is uniquely suited to showcase the city’s many wonders. This commitment has paid off as the 2022 edition was met with excitement from both domestic and international viewers, quite possibly due to the impressive list of players included. According to CEO Matt Boucher, this edition did not disappoint as it provided much more than expected, with interest in viewers and spectators alike increasing all season long. With such strong collaboration between each partner involved, it looks like the quality of experiences showcased in Abu Dhabi will only continue to rise.
Cricket fans from around the globe were delighted by this fresh take on cricket from last year’s Abu Dhabi T10. Not only were viewers captivated by exciting matches and spectacular performances, but spectators at the venue were also treated to entertainment activities such as live shows and other surprises. The success of this event has solidified Abu Dhabi’s position not only as a world-class sporting destination but it has also proven that any ambitious goal can be achieved with creativity and hard work. The leadership of the T10 League is ready to begin anew this year with increased ambition and enthusiasm, hoping to bring even more excitement and glamour to cricketing events in Abu Dhabi.
The Abu Dhabi T10 has quickly become one of the most popular and exciting sports tournaments in the region. In addition to welcoming existing talent from across the globe, the league continues to bring in new blood with two teams from the United States joining in for a fifth consecutive season and coaches around the world looking to make their mark on the competition. Season 7 is set to be even bigger than before, with Emiratis excitedly looking forward not only to an increase in international talent, but also more opportunities for local players to shine on home soil. With such high anticipation and continued growth, it is undoubtedly one of the most promising developments of this sporting year.
T10 cricket has become a global phenomenon, fast paced, highly competitive and action-packed. The exciting format of T10 provides UAE players an excellent chance to develop their expertise further in the world of cricket. With teams from around the globe set to make their way to Abu Dhabi, this 12-day event is sure to create history with great accomplishments from the participants. We are certain that this tournament will fill the hearts of cricket fans everywhere with joy and excitement. We wish all involved in the tournament, from organisers to management, players and fans, a thrilling experience and invite them all to come witness grandeur of T10 at its best!
The third edition of the Abu Dhabi T10 tournament held in early 2022 saw a delightful mix of foreign and local stars grace the field. It was South African speedster Dwaine Pretorius who took the most number of wickets, while his West Indian counterpart, Nicholas Pooran, scored the most runs. Many of the world’s best T10 players descended on Abu Dhabi to take part in this grand tournament. This event established itself as one of the leading events on both the UAE’s sporting schedule and cricket’s global calendar. People who had come to watch celebrated their favorite players take to the field, creating an overall atmosphere that was truly magical. With more star-studded tournaments being held each year, it looks like Abu Dhabi is quickly becoming one of cricket’s biggest destinations!
With the sun setting on the 2022 Abu Dhabi T10, superstar singer Guru Randhwa closed out the tournament with an unforgettable performance during the final night concert. His show-stopping display was remarkable and had fans begging for more! The schedule has been set for this season’s competition and all eyes remain fixed on Zayed Cricket Stadium to see which team can emerge champions. With little over three months till the 2023 Abu Dhabi T10 gets underway, expectations already run high with anticipation that each of the eight teams will bring something special in their attempts to be crowned champions. All in all, this promises to be an exhilarating season of cricket and entertainment that no one should miss.
