Author: Gulf Times

Abu Dhabi Former Indian cricket team Captain Mohammad Azharuddin has donned the mentorship hat once again for Northern Warriors. The legendary batter, who earned 99 Test caps for India, returned to the Warriors camp after three years, as the franchise look to win their third trophy. Under Azhar’s guidance, the Warriors kickstarted their season with a thunderous win straight off the blocks, defeating Delhi Bulls by 7 wickets. After the match, the 61-year-old praised the development of UAE players over the years and explained how presence of veteran cricketing stars can further nurture the talent. “It is very important to…

Dubai The fast-paced format of the game, Hong Kong Sixes returned with a bang as it unleashed some scintillating performances to entertain the fans thoroughly. Sri Lanka were crowned the champions for the 2024 edition. Hong Kong’s Nizakat Khan who put up a good show during the competition expressed delight and thanked Cricket Hong Kong, China for hosting the tournament. “Hong Kong Sixes returned after a gap of seven years. It’s a very unique, fast-paced and action packed format. It’s a very good form of cricket for the players and pure entertainer for the spectators. I would really like to…

Abu Dhabi, The World Tennis League has announced Game Changers FZCO as the new owners of Team Falcons ahead of the highly anticipated Season 3, set to take place from December 19-22 at the iconic Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. Game Changers, spearheaded by entrepreneurs Amandeep Singh and Harry Singh, is a forward-thinking venture committed to transforming the sports landscape. Amandeep is a notable figure in the entertainment industry and Harry is a pioneer in sustainability. Beyond tennis, the duo has made a significant mark as owners of the South Africa Champions, a leading team in the World Cricket League (WCL).…

ABU DHABI, Defending champions New York Strikers have kicked off their Abu Dhabi T10 campaign with high-intensity training sessions, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to retaining the coveted trophy. The team’s preparation began with a core group of players taking to the field, with more stars set to join in the coming days. The Strikers’ coaching duo of Head Coach Carl Crowe and Assistant Coach Albie Morkel expressed confidence in their reinforced squad, which combines returning champions with exciting new additions. The team’s strengthened bowling lineup, featuring international stars like Reece Topley and Mohammad Amir, alongside a powerful batting order, positions…

Abu Dhabi, The 2009 T20 World Cup-winning Pakistan Captain Younus Khan is enjoying his new role as the Head Coach of Bangla Tigers in the 2024 edition of Abu Dhabi T10 being played at Zayed Cricket Stadium. Despite a defeat in their first game against Morrisville Samp Army, the 46-year-old kept a smiling face at the post-match press conference and showcased his enthusiasm about his new role. Dressed in a crisp black suit, an attire rarely seen in cricket, the ‘master of innovation’ admitted he is looking to now innovate how coaching is viewed today in the sport. “I am…

Abu Dhabi It was a batters show’ on the opening night of Abu Dhabi T10 with the final encounter of the night between Chennai Brave Jaguars and Deccan Gladiators seeing 18 sixes being struck between the two teams. In the end, the last year’s runners up, Gladiators, emerged victorious with Jos Buttler and Tom Kohler-Cadmore striking a magical partnership in a high-scoring run chase. Chasing 142, Buttler’s unbeaten 62 run-innings in 24 balls set up his side for the win. With four fours and six sixes in his innings, the England batter, along with opener Tom Kohler-Cadmore (51 off 24…

Phil Salt’s spicy innings sets up Team Abu Dhabi for big win Team Abu Dhabi beat Ajman Bolts by 9 wickets Abu Dhabi: A power-packed performance from Team Abu Dhabi skipper Phil Salt gave a scintillating start to the Season 8 of Abu Dhabi T10 at Zayed Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Continuing his roaring form in the white-ball format, the right-handed batter smashed 52 runs in 18 balls, helping his side to a memorable 9-wicket win over the new franchise on the block, Ajman Bolts. To kickstart the proceedings on the first day of the new season, the players stood…

Dubai: Australian cricketing icon David Warner is gearing up for his second season with the Dubai Capitals in the DP World International League T20. While the team achieved a runner-up finish in the tournament’s previous edition, Warner is determined to play a greater role in building on that success in 2025 – Season 3. Reflecting on the tournament’s unique structure, he highlighted its impact on raising the level of competition and providing invaluable opportunities for local talent. As the new season approaches, Warner remains committed to sharing his extensive experience and supporting the growth of UAE cricket. On his…

Abu Dhabi: The Government of Zimbabwe has entered into a strategic partnership with T Ten Global Sports to enhance the nation’s global profile and attract significant foreign investment. This initiative aligns with President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s vision of showcasing Zimbabwe as ‘Open for Business’ and leverages international platforms to highlight the country’s substantial economic potential. With a viewership exceeding 500 million on television and OTT platforms, and a social media reach of 2.5 billion across 100 countries, T Ten’s cricket leagues offer Zimbabwe an unparalleled opportunity to promote its investment prospects. The partnership will officially be launched at the 2024…

BIGGEST SEASON OF ABU DHABI T10 KICKS OFF IN STYLE WITH INTENSE PRE-TOURNAMENT PRESS CONFERENCE _Shakib al Hasan, Colin Munro, Mohammad Amir, Rahmanullah Gurbaz among others in attendance for pre-season press conference _Representatives from all 10 teams gave insights into plans for the season Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi: With the latest edition of Abu Dhabi T10 set to begin from November 21, 2024, the representatives from all ten participating teams gathered at Zayed Cricket Stadium on Wednesday to address the media in the pre-tournament press conference. The leaders shed light on the plans for the season and explained how…