Lance Klusener, the team’s head coach, expressed confidence in the team’s prospects in the short-format competition. The former South African all-rounder highlighted the advantages of his team and outlined the qualities that are essential for success in the T10 format.
The Arabian Aces completed the process of assembling their lineup on October 1, 2026, following the draft in Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi T10 will be held at Zayed Cricket Stadium from November 7 to November 20, and the team, which is owned by a consortium led by Pankaj and Neeraj Jain, will be participating. The team includes pre-signed international talents Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, and Liam Livingstone, in addition to draft selections Sam Billings, Imran Tahir, and Richard Gleeson.
What Arabian Aces must do to adhere to the T10 format
The T10 format necessitates players who are accustomed to longer formats to make quick decisions and be adaptable, due to its 10-overs-a-side format. Klusener’s emphasis on creativity and problem-solving is indicative of the unique demands of a tournament in which conventional cricket methods may not always be applicable. Lance Klusener believes that his team can achieve a balance between aggressive batting and disciplined bowling, which is necessary due to the compression of the format.
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Lance Klusener’s squad for the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10
The final Arabian Aces team is composed of Moeen Ali (captain), Andre Russell, Liam Livingstone, Alishan Sharafu, Muhammad Arfan, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Richard Gleeson, Sam Billings, Paul Walter, Alzarri Joseph, Imran Tahir, Salman Irshad, Quentin Sampson, Dwaine Pretorius, Vriitya Aravind, Ibrahim Masood, Amshi D’Silva, and Dunith Wellalage.
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