JioStar Secures Abu Dhabi T10 2026 Broadcast Rights in India

JioStar has secured the broadcast rights for the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 tournament across the Indian subcontinent, bringing all 32 matches to viewers through Star Sports and JioHotstar. The partnership strengthens the tournament’s distribution in one of its largest international markets as Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH) expands its ownership and commercial control of the cricket property.

The 2026 edition of the tournament will take place from November 7 to 20 at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The agreement will also include additional digital initiatives, exclusive content and behind-the-scenes access aimed at increasing fan engagement across India and the wider subcontinent.

JioStar to Broadcast All 32 Abu Dhabi T10 Matches on Star Sports and JioHotstar

Under the agreement, Star Sports will televise the tournament, while JioHotstar will provide digital streaming access to all 32 matches. JioStar will also support the event with digital features, exclusive programming and behind-the-scenes content to connect with cricket fans beyond live match coverage.

Prashant Khanna, Head of Sports: Rights & Innovation at JioStar, said the fast-paced T10 format has attracted an audience in India. He added that the company’s distribution reach could help the Abu Dhabi T10 connect with more viewers and attract new fans.

ADCSH Ownership Shift Supports Abu Dhabi T10’s Expansion

The broadcast partnership follows ADCSH’s acquisition of majority ownership and commercial rights to the tournament earlier in 2026. The organisation aims to expand the competition’s international reach, with India and the wider subcontinent identified as important audience markets.

Matt Boucher, CEO of ADCSH and Abu Dhabi T10, said the collaboration would help the tournament reach a broader audience through JioStar’s cricket coverage platforms. He also highlighted broadcast expansion as a key part of the competition’s long-term growth strategy.

The tournament’s organisers are looking to strengthen its position as a global cricket and entertainment property by combining international players, broadcast production and digital engagement.

Abu Dhabi T10 2026 Schedule and Tournament Format

The 2026 Abu Dhabi T10 will run from November 7 to 20 at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The competition will feature 32 matches across 13 playing days, comprising six triple-header days and seven double-header days.

The official player draft took place in Abu Dhabi on September 30, with international players selected for the tournament. The T10 format, featuring short matches and rapid scoring, is designed to deliver a condensed cricket experience for live and digital audiences.

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Abu Dhabi T10 Reports 527 Million Social Media Impressions in 2025

According to the tournament, the 2025 edition generated more than 527 million social media impressions and $512 million in broadcast value. These figures underline the competition’s reported reach across broadcast and digital platforms.

With JioStar handling distribution in the Indian subcontinent, the organisers expect to strengthen audience engagement in the region and build on the tournament’s existing following. The partnership also creates opportunities to extend coverage through digital storytelling, exclusive content and additional fan-focused features.