2025 Abu Dhabi T10 League Kicks Off
The 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 League kicked off with high-octane action at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on November 18, drawing crowds eager for the world's fastest cricket format. Eight franchise teams, featuring international stars, launched into a 10-over-per-side tournament that promises explosive batting, sharp bowling, and edge-of-the-seat finishes over 13 days.
The opening double-header set the tone for the ninth edition. Quetta Qavalry dominated Northern Warriors by 51 runs in the first match. Batting first, Quetta posted 133 for five, powered by Khawaja Nafay's blistering 45 off 12 balls, including five sixes and two fours. Liam Livingstone contributed 24 off 10, and Jason Holder remained unbeaten on 24 off 10. Northern Warriors struggled in reply, managing only 82 for four, with Colin Munro top-scoring on 44 off 28 and Hazratullah Zazai unbeaten on 31 off 28. Trent Boult took two wickets for Northern Warriors, but Quetta's bowlers kept the economy tight under 10 runs per over.
In the second opener, Deccan Gladiators, the reigning champions, unleashed fireworks against UAE Bulls, reaching 141 for two in their 10 overs. Tom Kohler-Cadmore led the charge with an...