International cricket stars such as Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Marcus Stoinis, Lockie Ferguson, and Rashid Khan are among the global superstars joining the illustrious roster of the 2024 Abu Dhabi T10. This year, two new franchises—Bolts Ajman and UP Nawabs—will enter the competition, making it the largest season in the tournament's history with 10 teams. Returning teams include defending champions New York Strikers, Deccan Gladiators, Northern Warriors, Morrisville Samp Army, Delhi Bulls, Bangla Tigers, Team Abu Dhabi, and the newly-named Jaguar Braves (formerly The Chennai Braves). All franchises have finalized their player retentions and new signings ahead of the crucial Players Draft, scheduled for October 17 at 6pm, where teams will vie to secure their lineups. Over 400 players from around the world have registered for the Player Draft.
The excitement for this season is further heightened by a groundbreaking three-year broadcast deal with Disney Star, ensuring comprehensive coverage in both English and regional languages across India. As the tournament's global fanbase continues to expand, teams will compete in a thrilling 12-day event from November 21 to December 2, culminating with the final match on UAE's 53rd National Day at the Zayed Cricket Stadium.
Commenting on the 2024 season of Abu Dhabi T10, Shaji Ul Mulk, Chairman of T10 Sports Management, stated, “The T10 format has truly transformed cricket in recent years, and the global interest continues to skyrocket. The impressive talent pool for this season reflects the excitement surrounding the format.” With the addition of two new teams and the landmark Disney Star broadcast deal, the 2024 season promises to be the biggest yet. Fans can anticipate unparalleled action and entertainment—it will be a spectacle like no other.
Matt Boucher, CEO of Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub, added, “We are thrilled to present another world-class lineup at the 2024 Abu Dhabi T10, which has flourished since its inception in the UAE capital. Abu Dhabi has become a global sports hub, and the Abu Dhabi T10—now in its sixth edition—has significantly contributed to realizing the government's vision.” With the tournament expanding its global reach through the game-changing deal with Disney Star and the addition of two new teams, there are even more exciting times ahead. The league remains committed to delivering more major announcements, so stay tuned!
Team Retentions and Signings:
New York Strikers: New signings: Matheesha Pathirana, Donovan Ferreira. Retentions: Kieron Pollard, Mohammad Amir, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hossain, Muhammad Waseem, Muhammad Jawadulla.
Deccan Gladiators: New signings: Jos Buttler, Anrich Nortje, Marcus Stoinis. Retentions: Maheesh Theekshana, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Tom Koher-Cadmore, Zahoor Khan.
Delhi Bulls: New signings: Wanindu Hasaranga, Tim David, and UAE international Romario Shepherd. Retentions: Rovman Powell, Muhammad Rohid, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazlahaq Farooqi and James Vince.
Team Abu Dhabi: New signings: Jonny Bairstow, Lockie Ferguson, Shimron Hetmyer, AM Ghazanfar. Retentions: Phil Salt, Noor Ahmad, and Kyle Mayers.
Northern Warriors: New signings: Trent Boult, Finn Allen, Johnson Charles, Sherfane Rutherford, Saqib Mahmood. Retained: Colin Munro, Azmatullah Omarzai.
Morrisville Samp Army: New signings: David Willey, Imad Wasim. Retentions: Faf du Plessis, Qais Ahmad, Andries Gous.
Bangla Tigers: New signings: Shakib al Hasan, Rashid Khan, Liam Livingstone, Iftikhar Ahmed. Retentions: Hazratullah Zazai, Dasun Shanaka, Joshua Little.
Jaguar Braves: Retentions: Aayan Khan, George Munsey, Bhanuka Rajapaksa. New signings: Chris Lynn, Nuwan Thushara, Thisara Perera, Dan Lawrence, Rassie van der Dussen.
UP Nawabs: New Signings: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Dawid Malan, Tymal Mills, Adil Rashid, Andre Fletcher.
Bolts Ajman: New signings: James Neesham, Mujheeb Ur Rahman, Lungi Ngidi, Gulbadin Naib, Haider Ali.
