Author: Gulf Times

The Abu Dhabi T10 is so challenging, it’s a huge achievement that we won it,” says Tim David. _UAE Bulls’ Tim David and Keiron Pollard reflected on their victorious campaign in the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10_ *Abu Dhabi, December 3rd, 2025:* The UAE Bulls’ explosive middle order batters, Tim David and Keiron Pollard, reflected on their team’s successful season as the Bulls beat the Aspin Stallions by 80 runs in the Final of the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 at the Zayed Stadium. The Australian power hitter broke the record for Most sixes in a season by smashing 38 maximums and…

Dubai,The DP World ILT20 kicked off on Tuesday, December 2, with a clash between the defending champions Dubai Capitals and the Desert Vipers at the Dubai International Stadium. It was a replay of season 3’s final, with the Vipers eventually winning by four wickets. Speaking post the loss, skipper Dasun Shanaka shared his thoughts on how the match panned out, “We always knew the first game would tell us a lot about the conditions, but we ended up 10–15 runs short of what this wicket demanded. If we had kept a few more wickets in hand, the finish could…

Dubai – ( Special Report ) According to Al Mudassar News Agency, UAE National Day festivities received a glamorous boost as Shafeeq Abdul Rahiman marked his 13th consecutive year of luxury car decoration, unveiling a specially designed Ferrari Purosangue in Dubai. The unique tribute once again captured public attention, celebrating the spirit of Eid Al Etihad with creativity and grandeur. Shafeeq decorated one of the world’s most expensive four-seater Ferrari models with UAE symbols, National Day branding, and holographic artwork featuring Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid, honouring their visionary role in the nation’s development. The design also included Emirati…

Dubai:  The DP World ILT20 Season 4 opened in magnificent fashion at the Dubai International Stadium this evening, coinciding with the 54th UAE National Day celebrations. Fans packed the iconic ‘Ring of Fire’ as global music star Ali Zafar headlined an entertainment-filled opening night to mark the start of a new season of the region’s biggest T20 cricket league. The ceremony began with the UAE National Anthem performed by Emirati singer Ahmed Al Hosani, setting a proud and fitting tone for the occasion. Ali Zafar delivered a high-energy performance featuring his biggest hits and fan favourites, before a dazzling National…

Franchise leaders outline title aspirations as battle for DP World ILT20 Season 4 glory begins tomorrow with a blockbuster clash between defending champions, Dubai Capitals and Desert Vipers Dubai : The DP World ILT20 Season 4 arrives with a wave of excitement, ready to deliver world-class cricket to fans around the world. This edition marks a transformative chapter in the league’s journey, following the first-ever Season 4 Player Auction and the inclusion of players from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait for the first time. With the region’s premier T20 league set to begin tomorrow, the captains and star players from…

*Abu Dhabi,  In a brilliant performance, the UAE Bulls bulldozed past the Aspin Stallions by 80 runs to secure their maiden Abu Dhabi T10 title at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Sunday night. Tim David’s exceptional knock of 98 runs, including 3 fours and 12 sixes, set the stage for what turned out to be a clinical performance for the Bulls. Earlier in the day, the Bulls overcame the Quetta Qavalry in Qualifier 2. The Australian David led the charge in the first innings scoring at a strike rate of 326.66. This included a 32-run over off Ashmead…

Aspin Stallions overcome Quetta Qavalry to reach final after Rutherford’s fireworks The Aspin Stallions chased down the target of 103 with seven wickets in hand ~ Abu Dhabi,: Aspin Stallions galloped into the final after a blistering 19-ball half-century from Sherfane Rutherford powered them to a seven-wicket victory against Quetta Qavalry at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Qualifier 1 of 2025 Abu Dhabi T10. Rutherford struck six fours and six sixes in his unbeaten 66 to hand the Qavalry a second consecutive loss and book the Stallions’ place in the title decider. The Qavalry will now face the winner…

UAE Bulls face Quetta Qavalry in do-or-die Qualifier as Stallions await Abu Dhabi T10 final Salt pleased to qualify for Qualifier 2 as UAE Bulls eye final berth ~ ~ Gurbaz confident ahead of Aspin Stallions’ title showdown ~ Abu Dhabi, : The stage is set for a dramatic double-header today at the Zayed Cricket Stadium as UAE Bulls prepare to face Quetta Qavalry in Qualifier 2, with Aspin Stallions lying in wait for the final later this evening in the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10. Phil Salt’s electric 59 off 26 balls, featuring two fours and seven sixes, powered the…

An Essence of the Future of Cricket: Simon Doull Reflects on Abu Dhabi T10 *Abu Dhabi, :* The legendary commentating duo from New Zealand, Simon Doull and Danny Morrison, looked back at the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10, sharing their thoughts on the tournament so far and a few players that caught their eyes over the past 12 days. Reflecting upon the ninth season of the Abu Dhabi T10, Doull remarked, “Each year, the tournament attracts increasingly skilled players. The scheduling is ideal for many international athletes, who enjoy competing in the pleasant climate and at the stunning Zayed Stadium. This…

Abu Dhabi: The Deccan Gladiators beat the Vista Riders by 19 runs on Friday night in the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10. However, the margin of victory wasn’t enough for them to qualify for the playoffs, as the UAE Bulls progressed into the playoffs with a significantly better net run rate. The defending champions finished in sixth place in the standings, having won three of their seven group stage games. Reflecting on the results and their performances, Pooran said, “Honestly, the performance has been disappointing. However, that is something we must accept. We were not up to the challenge this…