Faf Du Plessis, Andre Russell Confirmed As Icon Players For Abu Dhabi T10 League

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The fastest format of cricket - the Abu Dhabi T10 League is all set to kick-start next month. According to information received here, the cricket stars from around the globe like Faf du Plessis, Andre Russell, Dwayne Bravo, Eoin Morgan, Jason Roy and Chris Gayle will feature in the fifth season of the event, which will be held from November 19- December 4.

With the Abu Dhabi T10 League Players Draft set to be held on November 7, a whopping 1,186 players from 26 cricketing nations have put their hands up to have an opportunity to play in one of the most exciting cricket leagues in the world.

Garnering tremendous interest from cricketers from all corners of the world, the Abu Dhabi T10 League has received the highest-ever number of registrations for its Players Draft this year, signifying the ever-growing popularity of the league.

With a monument of runs and experience in his career, former South Africa Captain Faf du Plessis will take centerstage as the icon player for the Bangla Tigers. The stylish right-hand batsman has proved his firepower with over 6,500 runs in his T20 career.

The West Indian superstar, Andre Russell will feature as the icon player of the Deccan Gladiators. The hard-hitting all-rounder has racked up more than 6,000 runs and 300 wickets in T20s.

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