Where to Watch Live Cricket in Dubai & Abu Dhabi: Top Sports Lounges and Expat Fan Hubs

For many in UAE cricket is not just a game, it is also a hobby for people from all over South Asia and beyond. It can be a game between India and Pakistan, can be an IPL engrossed thriller, can be an ICC final, watching the game in the right venue makes every boundary and wicket even more exciting.

Several sports lounges in Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer a variety of aspects, such as giant screens, informative commentary of the matches, mouth-watering foods and a more interesting bunch of people. Some of the best venues where you can watch cricket matches with avid followers.

Huddle Sports Bar – Dubai

The Huddle Cricketing Bar, in Bur Dubai, is one of the best cricketing bars in the city. It is a well-known and popular location for match viewing, due to its relaxed conditions and low cost.

There are also a number of flat screen TVs throughout the bar for an excellent, up close and personal view of the action. For big international games the properties get electric; fans are yelling for every successful run and each British wicket. They also offer cheap food platters, draft beer towers and long happy hours.

Kickers Sports Bar – Dubai

Situated in Dubai Sports City, Kickers Sports Bar offers a unique sports-viewing experience next to professional sporting facilities. It is particularly favored by amateur cricketers, families at academies and sports fans.

The big screen displays, terrace seating outdoors and inside makes it an all immersive experience offering live cricket. For close friends enjoying extended games or late evening T20s it’s a great option for sharing platters and finding drinks that appeal to you.

The Boundary – Abu Dhabi

The Boundary is definitely one of the most authentic cricket settings in the UAE for those who love cricket and make a visit to Dorn Strait. It is situated within the Zayed Cricket Stadium complex for the convenience of the cricket enthusiasts, who can enjoy the game in a place that’s quite near to the country’s cricket stadiums.

It features high definition screens, family-friendly seating and a relaxed atmosphere making it perfect for hardcore cricketers and families. The venue also has all-day meals available, as well as special match day dining packs.

Blu Sky Lounge & Grill – Abu Dhabi

Sports entertainment is the specialty of Blu Sky Lounge & Grill in the Southern Sun Hotel, in Al Zahiyah. Continuous screen walls and surround-sound means that guests miss nothing.

It’s become a popular choice for big games, thanks to the vibrant atmosphere, “stadium” food, special seating and discounted beverage discounts. When it comes to ICC events and India-Pakistan clashes, it is advised to book early for your table.

Choosing the Right Venue

There is now a wide variety of lounges available to suit your tastes. Those in search of crowd and cheap eats must select The Huddle, and the ones who want high end viewing can stay in Blu Sky Lounge. The Boundary is great for families, while Kickers will suit sports communities and group outings.

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