The Abu Dhabi T10 2023 edition is set to commence from November 28th, culminating in the final showdown on December 9th at the illustrious Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium. The tournament will witness the Deccan Gladiators, led by Nicholas Pooran, and the Northern Warriors captained by Angelo Mathews, vying for a record third trophy in this exhilarating competition.
In the opening fixture, the Deccan Gladiators will square off against the New York Strikers, followed by the clash between the Northern Warriors and Morrisville Samp Army. Cricket enthusiasts can catch the action live, with the tournament broadcasted across various platforms, including CricLife3 on Etisalat, Elife IPTV, Switch TV, and Starzplay in the UAE-MENA region, and on Viacom Sports 18 and Jio Cinema in India.
For fans in the UAE eager to witness the thrill live, tickets are available online for just AED 10 via the event’s official website.
The recent press conference held at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium unveiled the captains for the upcoming season. Nicholas Pooran retains his leadership role for the Gladiators after steering them to victory in the previous edition. Meanwhile, Kieron Pollard and Moeen Ali will continue as captains for the New York Strikers and Morrisville Samp Army, respectively.
There were captaincy changes in other teams as well. Charith Asalanka will lead The Chennai Braves, replacing Sikandar Raza. Angelo Mathews was announced as the skipper for the Northern Warriors, and Rovman Powell will take charge for the Delhi Bulls. Dwaine Pretorius will lead Team Abu Dhabi, while Benny Howell’s surprise appointment as captain will guide the Bangla Tigers.
The captains expressed their ambitions and intentions for the season during the press conference. Nicholas Pooran aims to secure a record third title for the Gladiators, while Angelo Mathews aspires to lead the Northern Warriors to victory, acknowledging the team’s prior success in the league.
Kieron Pollard emphasized the importance of temperament in crucial matches, expressing a strong desire to clinch the title for the New York Strikers this season. Moeen Ali stressed the need for adaptability and readiness for various scenarios, stating the significance of swift decisions in the fast-paced T10 format.
Charith Asalanka acknowledged the responsibility of stepping into Sikandar Raza’s shoes for The Chennai Braves, expressing excitement about leading the team and aiming for a playoff spot. Rovman Powell, assigned the captaincy for the Delhi Bulls, aims to replicate his previous success while leading a fresh squad.
Dwaine Pretorius highlighted the role of bowlers in the shorter format, especially the crucial early overs, emphasizing the need for swift strategies to secure vital wickets. Benny Howell is confident in Bangla Tigers’ squad and is determined to guide them to a top-four finish.
With high aspirations and clear strategies, the captains are set to lead their teams in what promises to be a riveting and action-packed Abu Dhabi T10 2023 tournament.
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