The Abu Dhabi T10 tournament kicked off with a spectacular display of cricketing prowess as the Quetta Qavalry secured a resounding 51-run victory over the Northern Warriors at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. The match, held on November 18, 2025, saw the Qavalry set a commanding total of 133/5, thanks to a blistering innings by Khawaja Nafay, who smashed 45 runs off just 12 balls, including five sixes and two fours. Supporting contributions from Liam Livingstone (24 off 10) and Jason Holder (24* off 10) further bolstered the score. Muhammad Waseem also showed promise with a quick 15 off 10 before being dismissed. The Warriors’ bowling attack, led by Trent Boult, managed to take key wickets but struggled to contain the Qavalry’s aggressive batting. In response, the Warriors faltered early, losing opener Johnson Charles in the first over. Despite a valiant 77-run partnership between Hazratullah Zazai (31* off 28) and Colin Munro (44 off 28), the Warriors could only muster 82/2, falling well short of the target. The Qavalry’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, with all maintaining economy rates under 10. Captain Liam Livingstone praised his team’s adaptability and execution, emphasizing the importance of a strong start in the fast-paced T10 format. The Qavalry’s emphatic win sets a high benchmark for the tournament, with Livingstone expressing optimism for a strong campaign ahead.