The Deccan Gladiators lost the playoffs despite beating the Vista Riders by 19 runs due to a worse net run rate than the UAE Bulls.

The Deccan Gladiators beat the Vista Riders by 19 runs in their final 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 match but missed the playoffs due to a lower net run rate than the UAE Bulls. The defending champions finished sixth with three wins in seven games. Captain Nicholas Pooran, the tournament’s second-highest run-scorer with 1,572 runs at a 223 strike rate, cited inconsistency in the high-pressure format as a key issue. He emphasized accountability and pride, while praising emerging UAE pacer Muhammed Jawadullah for his accurate wide yorkers. The tournament continues with Qualifier 1 between Quetta Qavalry and Aspin Stallions, and the Eliminator featuring Ajman Titans versus UAE Bulls at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.