The Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025 is set to kick off with an exciting clash between Quetta Qavalry (QQY) and Northern Warriors (NW) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Tuesday, November 18. With both sides packed with powerful T10 specialists, fans can expect a thrilling start to the tournament.
Match Details: QQY vs NM
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | Abu Dhabi T10 2025 |
| Match | Quetta Qavalry vs Northern Warriors, Match 1 |
| Date & Time | November 18, 2025 – 7:15 PM IST |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Toss | To be updated |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Match Preview
Quetta Qavalry will be making their first-ever appearance in the Abu Dhabi T10 league. Led by veteran pacer Mohammad Amir, the team looks balanced with a mix of aggressive batters and experienced bowlers. With explosive hitters like Evin Lewis, Liam Livingstone, and Muhammad Waseem, Quetta possess a powerful batting lineup capable of dominating this 10-over format. Their spin department, featuring Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie, also adds significant strength.
Northern Warriors, one of the most successful and consistent sides in T10 history, come into this season with a strong unit under the leadership of Thisara Perera. Their batting arsenal—Johnson Charles, Hazratullah Zazai, Colin Munro, and Shimron Hetmyer—makes them one of the most dangerous teams in the format. With the likes of Trent Boult, Odean Smith, and Tabraiz Shamsi, they also boast an impressive bowling attack.
Head-to-Head Record: QQY vs NM
Since Quetta Qavalry are making their debut in the T10 league, this will be the first-ever meeting between the two teams.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Quetta Qavalry (QQY) | 0 |
| Northern Warriors (NW) | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
Weather & Pitch Report – Sheikh Zayed Stadium
Weather:
Clear skies and dry conditions are expected, making it ideal for uninterrupted cricket.
Pitch:
The Sheikh Zayed Stadium pitch is known for being flat, fast, and excellent for batting, especially in the T10 format.
Batters can play through the line with confidence.
Fast bowlers often struggle due to the lack of swing and assistance.
Spinners, however, can have an impact thanks to the surface offering some turn.
A high-scoring match is expected, with totals of 110–130 likely to be competitive in this format.
Probable Playing 11
Quetta Qavalry (QQY) Playing 11:
Andries Gous
Muhammad Waseem
Evin Lewis
Liam Livingstone
Irfan Khan
Fabian Allen
Arafat Minhas
Mohammad Amir (c)
Gudakesh Motie
Imran Tahir
George Scrimshaw
Northern Warriors (NW) Playing 11:
Johnson Charles (wk)
Hazratullah Zazai
Colin Munro
Shimron Hetmyer
Azmatullah Omarzai
Thisara Perera (c)
Sagar Kalyan
Tabraiz Shamsi
Odean Smith
Trent Boult
Asitha Fernando
Who Will Win Today’s Match? (AI Prediction)
The Northern Warriors enter the tournament with experience, proven performers, and a balanced squad. Their batting depth and powerful big-hitters make them highly suited for the T10 format. Meanwhile, Quetta Qavalry have strong individuals but are playing their first-ever match in the league, which could bring early challenges.
AI Match Prediction: Northern Warriors to win
