Emirates Cricket Board announces Dafa News D10 Tournament at Sharjah Cricket Stadium

Publish at: January 26 2026

Sharjah, 26 January 2026: The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) is set to host another exciting edition of its flagship D10 tournament, scheduled to take place at the iconic Sharjah Cricket Stadium from 26 January to 7 February 2026. Launched in 2020, the D-Events have become a cornerstone of the UAE domestic cricket calendar, providing a highly competitive platform for the country’s best talent.

The 2026 Dafa News D10 tournament will feature seven representative teams:

Sharjah
Dubai
Ajman
Abu Dhabi
Fujairah
Emirates Blues
Emirates Reds

A total of 44 matches will be played during the tournament. At the conclusion of the league stage, the top four teams on the points table will advance to the semi-finals, culminating in a highly anticipated final. Over the years, the D10 tournament has produced thrilling contests. The list of previous winners reflects the competitive balance and growing depth of UAE cricket:

July 2020: Emirates Blues
March 2021: Sharjah
December 2021: Fujairah
May 2023: Fujairah
December 2023: Abu Dhabi
May 2024: Emirates Reds
December 2024: Fujairah
May 2025: Abu Dhabi

With Sharjah Cricket Stadium’s rich history and reputation for exciting cricket, the 2026 edition is expected to deliver another high-quality tournament.

Dafa News D10 2026 – schedule: