Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024: Points Table and Match Highlights

Catch the latest updates from the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024, including the updated points table and thrilling match highlights as the playoffs approach.

The Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024 was a roller-coaster of action-packed cricket and produced some edge-of-the-seat thrillers in the league stage itself.

It had superlatives all over the place – from sensational performances by individual players to matches that were completed at the last gasp. So let’s go through the final league matches and update the points table.

Updated Abu Dhabi T10 Points Table

Match Reviews and Highlights

Match 32nd, UP Nawabs vs. Bangla Tigers

It was the UP Nawabs that debuted in the tournament and faced the Bangla Tigers in their first match of the final league stage day. It was a full one-sided affair for it was the Nawabs who outclassed the Tigers to secure a 7-wicket victory.

Bowling Star: Tymal Mills bowled a great over, taking 3 wickets and limiting the Tigers to a relatively small total. His role in bowling at the death surely came in handy in closing the door on the rival batting order.

Batting Heroes: The Nawabs’ chase was led by the composed knock of 36 runs played by Avishka Fernando. He was well complemented by Andre Fletcher whose quick 27 runs ensured that the scoreboard was kept ticking and thereby ensured the team comfortably reached the target.

This win solidified the Nawabs’ position in the points table and marked them as a strong contender for the playoffs.

Match 33rd, Northern Warriors vs. Abu Dhabi

The second match was between the Northern Warriors and Team Abu Dhabi and it was a high-stakes clash that ended with an 8-wicket win for Abu Dhabi.

Bowling Heroes: Noor Ahmad, a young spinner from Afghanistan, turned the entire match around in favor of Abu Dhabi with his magical spell by taking 4 wickets within 13 runs. He completely kept the Warriors batters clueless with his variation.

Explosive Knock: Kyle Mayers went hammer and tongs, pounding 34 runs off just 14 balls with three massive sixes. This aggressive approach ensured Abu Dhabi chased the target with ease.

This win not only boosted Abu Dhabi’s morale but also improved their net run rate, keeping them firmly in the playoff race.

Match 34th, Samp Army vs. Ajman Bolts

The undefeated Samp Army suffered a shocking defeat at the hands of the Ajman Bolts, who gave them their first loss of the season in a closely contested match.

Batting Brilliance: Alex Hales was the man of the match for the Bolts, playing a sensational inning of 50 runs off just 17 balls. His knock included a flurry of boundaries and sixes, single-handedly dismantling the Army’s bowling attack.

Fielding Moments: The Bolts played out astounding fielding, holding to important catches that changed the course of the game.

This gave the Bolts a lot of morale since they were capable of giving out a serious run to the strongly performing side at Abu Dhabi T10 format.

Match 35th, Deccan Gladiators vs. Delhi Bulls

The final league match was played between the Deccan Gladiators and Delhi Bulls, in which a thrilling contest went down to the wire. The Gladiators won by just 3 runs.

Bowling Masterclass: Anrich Nortje bowled under pressure, getting 3 wickets at precise line and length. His ability to defend runs in the death overs became pivotal in the win for Gladiators.

Key Contributions: Though the Gladiators’ batting line-up brought out a competitive total, the Bulls came within an inch of chasing it down through resilience by the middle order.

This victory helped the Deccan Gladiators to attain the top position in the points table. They look like a favorite heading into the playoffs.