Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) has announced a strategic partnership with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, which will see Yas Island become the Official Experiences Partner of the Abu Dhabi T10 for its 2026 edition.
The partnership brings together the high-energy appeal of the Abu Dhabi T10 with Yas Island’s world-class leisure and entertainment offering. As part of the agreement, all Abu Dhabi T10 franchises will use Yas Island as their base for the tournament, while experiences around the Abu Dhabi T10 will leverage the portfolio of attractions and venues across the island.
The partnership will also extend across several of the tournament’s signature moments including the Trophy Launch, Opening Party and Closing Party, will all be hosted at Yas Island. Together, these touchpoints will connect the tournament with the wider destination experience and create memorable moments for players, franchises, partners, fans and visitors. The 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 Draft held at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island saw 108 players drafted with six franchises – Arabian Aces, Emirates Eagles, Royal Desert Champions, UAE Bulls, United Tigers and Yas Lions – ready to bring the action when the tournament returns from 7–20 November.
Matthew Boucher, CEO, Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub and Abu Dhabi T10 commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Yas Island as the Official Experiences Partner of the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10. The island is an unbelievable destination which will provide an exceptional setting for our teams, our players and for many of the tournament experiences. We are intent on putting player and destination experiences right at the very heart of our 2026 event delivery and this partnership provides us with the ultimate showcase for our participants and the watching world.”
Leon Marsh, Director, Events at Miral, said: “Our partnership with Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub reflects a mutual commitment to delivering world-class experiences for fans, teams and families alike, reinforcing Yas Island’s position as a leading global destination for leisure and sport. As an integrated and holistic hub for leisure, entertainment and hospitality, Yas Island is the ideal setting for the key moments and flagship events taking place during this year’s Abu Dhabi T10. We look forward to welcoming the global cricket community to Yas Island and sharing joyful, memorable moments throughout the tournament.”
Through the partnership, Yas Island will serve as the tournament’s base for all Abu Dhabi T10 teams, with the wider event programme drawing on the island’s portfolio of award-winning attractions, venues and experiences. The association reflects a shared ambition to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a destination where world-class sport, leisure and entertainment come together.
The Abu Dhabi T10 is staged at Zayed Cricket Stadium and brings together leading international cricketers in the game’s 10-over format. The 2026 edition will run from 7-20 November.
ABOUT ABU DHABI CRICKET & SPORTS HUB:
Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) is a multi-purpose sporting destination in the UAE capital, offering world-class facilities for elite and community sport. Supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Bin Mubarak Al Nahayan, ADCSH is home to Zayed Cricket Stadium and hosts major international and community sporting events, including the Abu Dhabi T10.
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ABOUT MIRAL:
Miral is the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, that contributes to the growth of the leisure and entertainment industry and Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification. It conceives, creates, operates, and manages immersive destinations and experiences that attract visitors from across the world to create unforgettable memories, accelerating the realisation of the Emirate’s tourism vision and growth.
Responsible for the development and destination management of Yas Island and overseeing Saadiyat Island’s Destination Management Strategy, Miral’s portfolio of world-class assets incorporates entertainment, leisure, culture, sport, dining, retail, and hospitality experiences, aiming to deliver millions of memorable moments for residents and international guests alike. These include Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi (now includes 70+ rides and experiences following its expansion); Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; The Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi; Yas Marina; and Yas Bay Waterfront, home to the UAE’s largest indoor multi-purpose venue Etihad Arena, amongst others. Miral also has several projects being developed on Yas Island and across the emirate, including Harry Potter-themed lands within Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi, and a Disney Theme Park Resort.
Miral encompasses three subsidiaries: Miral Destinations, which promotes unique destinations; Miral Experiences, which operates a diverse portfolio of world-class, award-winning immersive experiences; and Yas Asset Management, which operates and manages a portfolio of vibrant destinations including F&B, retail, marinas, and hospitality properties across Yas Island.
For more information, visit www.miral.ae
ABOUT ABU DHABI T10
The Abu Dhabi T10 is an international cricket competition played in the sport’s fastest 10-over format. Hosted at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the tournament features leading players from around the world and combines high-intensity cricket with a compact, fan-focused match experience.