UAE Cricket Stars to Share Dressing Room with International Legends at Abu Dhabi T10 2026

UAE Players Set for Valuable Learning Experience

UAE cricketers are preparing for an exciting opportunity at the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10, where they will share teams and training environments with some of the biggest names in international cricket.

The tournament will take place from November 7 to 20 at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

Muhammad Waseem is set to play alongside West Indies star Nicholas Pooran, while Alishan Sharafu will feature under the leadership of England all-rounder Moeen Ali.

Meanwhile, Muhammad Rohid will have the opportunity to work with Kieron Pollard.

Dwayne Bravo will also contribute his experience as UAE Bulls' bowling coach and mentor.

UAE Talent Spread Across Six Franchises

Several UAE players were selected during the September 30 draft and will represent all six participating franchises.

Royal Desert Champions will feature Muhammad Waseem, Aayan Afzal Khan and Dhruv Parashar, while Arabian Aces have Alishan Sharafu and Vriitya Aravind.

UAE Bulls selected Muhammad Rohid and Wali Muhammad, while Emirates Eagles included Haider Razzaq, Luqman Faisal and Harshit Kaushik.

United Tigers picked Awais Ali Shah and Adithya Shetty, while Yas Lions will feature Ansh Tandon and Haider Ali.

Tournament rules also require every playing XI to include at least two UAE players.

International Stars and Experienced Coaches Join the Competition

The competition will bring together established international players and emerging cricketing talent.

UAE players will have opportunities to learn from experienced names such as Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone, Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard.

The coaching teams also feature well-known cricket figures, including Andy Flower at UAE Bulls, Lance Klusener at Arabian Aces and Mickey Arthur at Emirates Eagles.

Robin Singh will serve as team director for Royal Desert Champions.

The mix of international experience and local talent is expected to create valuable opportunities for developing UAE cricketers.

Abu Dhabi T10 Begins on November 7

The 2026 edition will open on November 7, with UAE Bulls taking on Yas Lions at Zayed Cricket Stadium.

Six franchises will compete in the tournament, which will conclude with the final on November 20.

The event offers UAE players an opportunity to compete alongside internationally recognised cricketers while gaining experience in a high-profile competition.

With local talent represented across every franchise, the tournament will also highlight the growing presence of UAE players in international-level T10 cricket.