Yas Island Named Official Experiences Partner for Abu Dhabi T10 2026
A strategic partnership between Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub and Miral will position Yas Island as the central hub for teams, fans and signature events during the tournament this November.
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub has unveiled an exciting partnership with Miral that designates Yas Island as the Official Experiences Partner for the Abu Dhabi T10 2026, the emirate’s premier short-format cricket tournament. The agreement promises to elevate the spectator and participant experience during the tournament, scheduled to take place at Zayed Cricket Stadium from 7th to 20th November.
Under this comprehensive arrangement, all competing teams will base themselves on Yas Island throughout the tournament, transforming the destination into the operational and social heart of the competition. The island’s versatile portfolio of venues will host an array of signature events, including the highly anticipated Trophy Launch, Opening Party and Closing Party, alongside numerous fan experiences that showcase the best of the island’s recreational and entertainment offerings.
The inaugural Abu Dhabi T10 Draft ceremony, held at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, saw 108 players selected across six franchises: Arabian Aces, Emirates Eagles, Royal Desert Champions, UAE Bulls, United Tigers and Yas Lions. This groundbreaking moment underscored the tournament’s growing stature within the international cricket calendar.
Matthew Boucher, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub and Abu Dhabi T10, emphasised the strategic value of the arrangement. He highlighted how Yas Island’s exceptional facilities and strategic location provide an ideal setting for players whilst substantially enhancing the overall tournament experience, positioning Abu Dhabi on the global cricket stage and showcasing the emirate’s world-class hospitality infrastructure.
Leon Marsh, Director of Events at Miral, echoed this sentiment by emphasising the collaborative spirit underpinning the partnership. He noted that the arrangement reflects a shared commitment to delivering seamlessly integrated experiences for teams, supporters and families, leveraging Yas Island’s comprehensive leisure, entertainment and hospitality ecosystem to amplify the tournament’s landmark occasions and create lasting memories for the global cricket community.
The partnership represents a significant step forward in the development of Abu Dhabi as a premier international cricket destination, combining world-class sporting facilities with the emirate’s renowned hospitality and entertainment infrastructure.
Source: WAM