Author: Gulf Times

Abu Dhabi: The Royal Champs are thrilled to announce the inclusion of global cricketing stars Shakib Al Hasan and Jason Roy in their squad for the eagerly awaited inaugural season of the Abu Dhabi T10 League. Set for a spectacular debut on November 19, 2025, against the Vista Riders at Zayed Cricket Stadium, these marquee players bring a blend of experience, skill, and passion to the team. Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s talismanic all-rounder, expressed his excitement about joining the Royal Champs, “I am super pumped to join Royal Champs and play at the Abu Dhabi T10 League. This…

Dubai: India’s renowned wrestler-turned-MMA fighter and Commonwealth Heavyweight Champion Sangram Singh has made history once again. He has become the first Indian ever to claim victory in the prestigious Levels Fight League (LFL) in Europe. At LFL 20 in Amsterdam, Sangram faced Tunisia’s Hakim Trabelsi, a strong and experienced MMA striker and wrestler who is much younger than Sangram. Facing a younger opponent, Sangram delivered a dominant and strategic performance to secure a well-deserved win. Right from the start, Sangram controlled the fight with superior wrestling technique, positioning, and calculated striking. Using his extensive wrestling background, he effectively…

Dubai: The leading sports news website 1xBat Sporting Lines has signed a partnership agreement with Abu Dhabi T10, a rapidly growing cricket league. The partnership covers all matches in the ninth season, which will be from November 18 to 30. The Abu Dhabi T10 championship was first held in 2017 and introduced the world to a new cricket format with innings of up to 10 overs. In the 9th season, eight popular teams will compete for the prestigious title and prize money. The tournament will be held in two stages: the regular season and the playoffs. International cricket…

Abu Dhabi, The Abu Dhabi T10 is set to welcome an exciting new entrant this season, Royal Champs, a team built on talent, tenacity and international flair. Led by cricketing legends and rising stars, the Royal Champs promise to bring a bold new energy to the fastest format of cricket. The squad boasts a powerhouse lineup that blends global experience with emerging brilliance. From England’s dynamic opener Jason Roy to Sri Lanka’s stalwart Angelo Mathews, Bangladesh’s talismanic all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, and Australia’s explosive Daniel Sams — the Royal Champs are primed to make an immediate impact. The team’s…

DUBAI: Star fast bowler Mohammad Amir has been named the captain of the new franchise Quetta Cavalry for the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025. The franchise management has expressed full confidence in Mohammad Amir by entrusting him with the leadership of the team. Mohammad Amir is participating in the T10 format as a captain for the first time and is being hailed as the best choice to guide the young squad. The team management stated that Amir’s experience, aggressive bowling style, and fierce competitive spirit on the field will help Quetta Cavalry emerge as a strong team. Quetta Cavalry…

Dubai, The DP World International League T20 has announced the winner of its inaugural Mascot Design Competition, held from 4 July to 21 September across the UAE. Levin Veeroy Fernandes’ creative characters, “Habibi and Habibti,” were selected as the winning entry and officially unveiled as the league’s mascots during a ceremony at the Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, Indian High School, Oud Metha. The competition received an overwhelming response from students nationwide, showcasing the exceptional creativity, passion, and enthusiasm inspired by cricket among UAE youth. The initiative successfully united students, schools, and communities in a celebration of sport and culture. During…

Continuing its 11th year, the Beyond October Cancer Awareness Campaign spearheaded by Dubai based senior journalist and media personality, Manju Ramanan will be held at Daftar DIFC on October 30, 2025 this year. It is generously supported by DAFTAR AT DIFC that is playing host to the event, Innara by Guddi Bajaj, Playfield Entertainment, Enchanteur, JYK and Teejay Packers. Our media partners are the Zee Group, 100.3 Talk FM, Khaleej Times Newspaper and WKND Magazine. From India we have been supported by The Glitz magazine, spearheaded by Sumita Chakraborty. The platform encourages women with cancer to share their…

Dubai: Cricket’s fastest format is back! The 9th edition of the Abu Dhabi T10 is set to be played from November 18 to 30 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. With a fresh set of teams added to the mix, and featuring cricketing greats including Harbhajan Singh, Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, Shimron Hetmyer, Piyush Chawla and Faf du Plessis, the tournament would be a treat for cricket fans in and around the region. All 8 participating franchises have secured their respective squads with a combination of international cricketing stars and exciting young talent which promises an intense…

Dubai: Match tickets for DP World International League T20 Season 4 are now available. The biggest T20 tournament of the Gulf region begins on the UAE National Day – Tuesday, 2 December. The 34-match cricketing extravaganza will conclude with a grand final on Sunday, 4 January 2026. The opening clash of the season will be a rematch of the Season 3 final; the defending champions Dubai Capitals will take on the Desert Vipers at the Dubai International Stadium. Tickets can be purchased from the ticketing platform Virgin Megastore – link: tickets.ilt20.ae. Affordable ticket options for all ages: The DP…

Dubai: A high-profile press conference was held at Le Meridien, New Delhi, where the Levels Fight League (LFL) officially unveiled Sangram Singh’s upcoming international fight card. The Indian wrestling icon will face Tunisia’s Hakim Trabelsi in a prestigious MMA fight on November 2, 2025, in Amsterdam. The press conference was organized to formally reveal Trabelsi as Sangram Singh’s opponent and outline his preparation for this headline fight, marking the decorated athlete’s second international MMA comeback at the age of 40. With this announcement, Sangram Singh becomes the first Indian MMA athlete to compete on the global stage of…