Wednesday, 20 May 2026, Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi is launching the next innings for ‘Cricket’s Fastest Format’ as Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) assumes majority ownership and commercial rights control of the Abu Dhabi T10, transitioning the tournament into an Abu Dhabi-owned and managed competition. 

Under the new framework, ADCSH will own and manage the Abu Dhabi T10 as a long-term national sporting asset, supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and with the unwavering support of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB). 

“This is a strategic evolution of the tournament which signals strengthened governance, institutional credibility, and a clear global growth strategy for the sport’s fastest format,” commented His Excellency Aref Al Awani, Chairman of the Board, ADCSH and General Secretary, ADSC. “This marks a new start for a tournament that has already demonstrated global relevance in a short timeframe, while building a growing fanbase in Abu Dhabi where we can pivot our community ambitions.” 

“Our proposition for the tournament remains unchanged: high-intensity 10-over matches, international star power, together with a dynamic international broadcast product that will continue evolving for modern global audiences. We are now focused on elevating the Abu Dhabi T10 from a successful cricket event to a proud sporting asset for Abu Dhabi and our family of team owners.” 

The 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 continued to build the event’s global profile, generating US $512 million of media value and delivering 687 million global social media impressions, in accordance to the independent GSIQ report. Recognised for attracting some of the world’s best cricketers and delivering nail-biting finishes, the format’s speed, accessibility and entertainment appeal have helped position Abu Dhabi as a global home for ‘T10’ cricket. 

The 2026 edition will take place from 7-20 November at Abu Dhabi’s celebrated Zayed Cricket Stadium, marking the first full tournament under the new structure