{
  "id": 15582631,
  "title": "UAE's rising star Aayan Khan joins Red Bull as brand ambassador",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/uaes-rising-star-aayan-khan-joins-red-bull-as-brand-ambassador",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T08:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/uaes-rising-star-aayan-khan-joins-red-bull-as-brand-ambassador-1.500715143"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai: Young UAE cricketer Aayan Khan has become Red Bull's latest brand ambassador, a significant step in his career as he seeks international recognition and inspiration for the next generation of cricketers in the country. The all-rounder, who started playing cricket at the tender age of five, expressed his excitement about joining the global brand, saying it was a \"special milestone\" both personally and professionally. \"Having grown up in the UAE and started playing cricket at the age of five, it feels great to reach a stage where a global brand like Red Bull believes in me and my journey enough to give me wings,\" Khan told Gulf News.\n\nKhan credits his parents, especially his mother, for their unwavering support throughout his career. He hopes the partnership will allow him to reach a larger audience, represent the UAE with pride, and motivate young cricketers to pursue their dreams relentlessly. Khan's journey has been marked by valuable experience competing against top players, which has helped him develop discipline, mental strength, and consistency required to excel at the highest level. He believes these experiences have also helped him identify areas for improvement, making him a more confident and well-rounded all-rounder.\n\nA significant moment in his career came at the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, when he became the youngest male senior international cricketer for the UAE. Another highlight was UAE's historic T20I series victory against New Zealand, for which Khan received the Player of the Match award. Khan envisions his partnership with Red Bull not only boosting individual recognition but also raising the profile of UAE cricket and its emerging talent. He aspires to inspire young cricketers by showcasing the importance of hard work, discipline, and faith in one's abilities. As a Red Bull athlete among other notable cricketers such as Rashid Khan, KL Rahul, and Ben Stokes, Khan aims to consistently contribute to UAE cricket, help the national team achieve milestones, and continue competing in leading franchise leagues worldwide.",
  "summary": "Dubai: UAE international cricketer Aayan Khan has joined the Red Bull family as a brand ambassador, marking a significant milestone in his career as he looks to build his profile internationally and inspire the next generation of cricketers in the country. The all-rounder, who grew up in the UAE and began playing cricket at the age of five, described the association with the global brand as a…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}