Liam Livingstone once again proved why he’s one of the most lethal hitters in the short format, smashing the winning maximum in a nail-biting Super Over as Quetta Qavalry edged past the Vista Riders in a thriller at the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10.

The victory keeps Quetta’s unbeaten streak intact, six wins from six, and seals their place in Qualifier One, reinforcing their status as the tournament’s form side.

Livingstone, who has been striking at a blistering 175 this season, admitted the team didn’t hit their usual standards but was pleased with how they held their nerve when it mattered.

“Today is probably our worst game,” he said. “So to still be able to win is a very good sign for us. ADT10 is so fast-paced and full of excitement. I really enjoy playing here. It’s nice to be on the right side of a Super Over win.”

Despite a below-par showing across departments, Quetta dug deep to push the game into the Super Over, and Livingstone took over from there, clearing the rope with trademark power to seal the win.

The Englishman said that grinding out wins on off-days can often build more confidence than dominant performances.
“Winning the games where we haven’t played well probably gives us a little bit more confidence than if we had lost. Hopefully, we’ve got our bad game out of the way as we keep building momentum towards the playoffs.”

He also highlighted the unique pressure of the T10 format.“You have to find rhythm instantly; there’s no time to think. Today’s wicket was tricky, so that made it even more challenging. It’s all about how quickly you can get going with the bat and how efficient you can be with the ball.”

Livingstone praised the Sheikh Zayed Stadium atmosphere and his continued enjoyment of the tournament. “I’ve played T10 here a few times now. It’s a lovely ground, perfect for cricket this time of year, and I love being here.”

Quetta Qavalry return to the field later today for their next clash, facing the Royal Champs at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium as they look to extend their flawless run.

Royal Champs finally have their breakthrough moment at the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10, and Aaron Jones was right at the heart of it.

The US star delivered a standout all-round show as the Champs sealed their first win of the season, beating the Northern Warriors by seven wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. After a string of narrow losses, Jones said the victory felt like a weight lifted.

“Finally getting that first win feels incredible,” he said. “We’ve been in close games, but this was a complete performance, fielding, batting, bowling, everything clicked.”

Jones was quick to credit the franchise for creating an environment where players can thrive.
According to him, the setup at Royal Champs has been “world-class” from day one.

“When you feel valued as a player, you naturally want to deliver for the franchise,” he said. “It’s not just about cricket here; they genuinely care about the players as people. That kind of environment brings out the best in everyone.”

One of the biggest boosts for Jones this season has been sharing a dressing room with some of the game’s most seasoned pros. “Guys like Shakib Al Hassan, Jason Roy, and Isuru Udana, it’s massive learning from them,” he said. 

“Their professionalism, the way they handle pressure, the way they read conditions, you can’t learn that from a coaching manual.”

With the US gearing up for next year’s T20 World Cup, Jones is carrying that confidence forward. Facing giants like India and Pakistan doesn’t intimidate him; in fact, he’s looking forward to it.

“Everyone knows they’re top teams, but T20 cricket is unpredictable,” he said. “We’ve beaten Pakistan before. We’re not here to make up the numbers; we truly believe we can qualify for the next round.”

Jones also spoke warmly about his time in the UAE capital, describing Abu Dhabi as one of his favourite places to play cricket.

“The facilities here are world-class, the vibe is incredible, and the city just has this energy that makes you want to perform,” he said. 

“Abu Dhabi is becoming a real sporting destination, you feel it every time you play here.”

Aspin Stallions kept their playoff push on track with a confident six-wicket win over the UAE Bulls, climbing to second on the Abu Dhabi T10 table. The Bulls posted a strong total, but the Stallions’ top order came out firing and chased it down with three balls to spare.

The Bulls were lifted early by Phil Salt, who smashed 44 off just 17 deliveries, helping build a rapid 58-run partnership with Tom Moores. Tim David then took over the scoring duties, blasting 35 off 15 and combining well with Romario Shepherd to guide the Bulls to 119/5 from their 10 overs.

Chasing 120, the Stallions wasted no time. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (29 off 10) and Andre Fletcher (30 off 15) set the tone with clean, aggressive hitting and a 46-run stand. Even after the pair fell, Aspin stayed in control, thanks in large part to Ben Cutting.

Cutting turned the chase on its head with a massive 25-run seventh over, cracking three fours and four sixes on his way to a rapid 39 off 18. With the equation down to single digits, Sam Billings kept calm in the final over and guided the Stallions home to a composed win.

In the day’s second fixture, the Northern Warriors couldn’t match that firepower.

Needing a win to keep their qualification hopes alive, the Warriors were restricted to a modest 80/4 against the already-eliminated Royal Champs. The innings never really broke free, with Daniel Sams starring for the Champs with superb figures of 3/12.

Johnson Charles (20) and Shimron Hetmyer (22) tried to rebuild after early wickets, but boundaries were hard to come by. A brief burst from Hetmyer offered hope, but Sams’ return ended both set batters and halted any momentum. Odean Smith added a late six, but the Warriors finished well short of what they needed, leaving their playoff fate uncertain.