Key Takeaways
- Fakhar Zaman has signed with the United Tigers for the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10.
- The 36-year-old batter brings extensive experience from various international leagues.
- The Abu Dhabi T10 will feature eight teams from November 7 to 20.
Pakistan batter Fakhar Zaman has been signed as the icon player for the United Tigers in the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 tournament, according to a social media announcement.
Zaman, who has represented Pakistan in 3 Tests, 92 ODIs, and 120 T20Is, will add his experience to the United Tigers, a newly established franchise in the league.
The left-handed batter has played in several international leagues, including the Pakistan Super League, ILT20, Caribbean Premier League, Big Bash League, Lanka Premier League, Bangladesh Premier League, and England’s Vitality Blast.
With a total of 340 T20 matches under his belt, Zaman has scored 8,978 runs, including four centuries and 61 half-centuries, making him a valuable addition to the United Tigers.
The Abu Dhabi T10, which has featured major international stars like Chris Gayle, Shahid Afridi, Andre Russell, and Kieron Pollard, will see its 10th edition from November 7 to 20 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium.
The 2026 season marks the first since the Abu Dhabi T10 underwent an ownership change, with Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub acquiring a majority stake in the league with support from the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the Emirates Cricket Board.
The joint venture will oversee the tournament as a ‘long-term national sporting asset,’ operating it as a government-owned and managed competition.
The United Tigers will compete alongside seven other teams in the 10th edition of the Abu Dhabi T10, which will be a significant platform for Zaman to showcase his skills.
