Which city has signed to host T10 league, the shortest form of cricket for five years?
Options
A. Beijing
B. Melbourne
C. Barcelona
D. Abu Dhabi
Correct Answer
Abu Dhabi
Explanation
The T10 cricket League is set to be played in Zayed Cricket Stadium of Abu Dhabi for the next five years, starting from 2019 season. The first match in the T10 League will be held on 23rd October 2019. Abu Dhabi Cricket (ADU) partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) has entered into a five year agreement with organizers of the T10 league for 5 years. T10 is the shortest form of cricket which was first played in UAE in 2017.
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