The Asia Cup is here, and which team you are, one thing’s for sure – you need the perfect spot to catch every boundary, wicket, and epic showdown. Why watch alone at home? Dubai’s lively sports bars are where the real action’s at! From giant screens to rowdy fan chants, I’ve rounded up the 10 best sports bars in Dubai where the energy and cricket are non-stop. So rally your squad, pick your lucky seat and find out which of these will become your go-to cricket HQ.
1. Barsati Beach
Barasti Beach serves up unbeatable Asia Cup action alongside delicious bites and great deals! Cheer for your team while digging into juicy burgers, paired with signature cocktails like the “Boundary Six” rum punch. Ladies enjoy free entry and a drink at the After Dark Night Swim (Thurs-Fri), while weekday beach access and weekend access are fully redeemable against food and drinks. Don’t miss happy hour (4-8 PM daily, except Sat) for discounted drinks and unbeatable vibes!
- Location: Le Meridien Mina Syahi Beach Resort & Marina – Dubai Marina – Dubai
- Timings: Every day from 9:00 AM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 511 7373 or visit Barsati Beach’s website.
2. Goose Island Tap House
Goose Island Tap House is the ultimate action spot! This Chicago-style brewpub rocks massive HD screens and a buzzing crowd that turns every match into a stadium-worthy experience. Don’t miss their legendary Goose Island IPA or the rich Bourbon County Stout during happy hour (4 PM-7 PM Sun-Thu), while digging into game-changing bites like their famous Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza. Score big with their sports screening packages featuring beer buckets and sharing platters – perfect for cheering on your team!
- Location: Lazuward SW – Jumeirah Village – Jumeirah Village Circle – Dubai
- Timings: Sunday – Wednesday – 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday – Saturday – 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 455 9989 or visit Goose Tap Island House’s website.
3. The Yard Sports Bar At Top Golf
The Yard at Topgolf Dubai is where excitement meets next-level sports entertainment! This venue transforms into the ultimate cricket fan zone, with giant LED screens broadcasting every boundary and wicket across its sprawling space. Fuel up for the game with their legendary Loaded Yard Nachos topped with pulled chicken. Don’t miss their signature “Sixer” cocktails during Power Play Hour (4-7 PM daily) when drinks and sharing platters are 50% off. Score the ultimate Cricket Combo Deal or book a group bay with food/drink credits.
- Location: Emirates Golf Club – Topgolf Dubai – Emirates Hills – Dubai
- Timings: Monday – Friday – 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM; Saturday – Sunday – 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 371 9999 or visit The Yard Sports Bar’s website.
4. Icon Bar & Lounge
Icon Bar & Lounge redefines cricket viewing with luxurious Asia Cup experiences in Dubai’s most stylish sports setting. Imagine watching Kohli’s cover drives on crystal-clear 4K screens while sipping signature “Googly” cocktails like the LBW Mule during Third Umpire Hour (5-8 PM). Score big with their VIP Boundary Package or celebrate your team’s victory with complimentary desserts. Where else can you challenge clients to business deals over champagne fries while the DJ mixes Bollywood beats with every boundary? This is cricket, elevated – complete with Burj Khalifa views and butler-serviced Commentary Couches for the ultimate fan experience.
- Location: Al Sufouh – Al Sufouh 2 – Dubai
- Timings: Every day 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 366 9111 or visit Icon Bar & Lounge’s website.
5. Bridgewater Tavern
Bridgewater Tavern is where cricket fans gather for the ultimate British-style Asia Cup experience – complete with hearty pub grub, ice-cold pints, and unbeatable match-day energy! This cosy yet buzzing tavern wraps you in warm wooden interiors and vintage sports charm, with HD screens at every turn ensuring you won’t miss a single delivery. Fuel your cheers with legendary pub classics like the Beef & Guinness Pie or the crunchiest Fish & Chips in town, while their “Hat-Trick Wings” keep hunger at bay. Time your visit for “Power Play Happy Hour” (4-7 PM daily) to score half-price pints of their signature Bridgewater Ale. And here’s the sweetest deal: if a batsman hits a century while you’re there, you’ll be rewarded with a free Sticky Toffee Pudding! With its mix of British pub soul, cricket fever, and wallet-friendly game-day specials.
- Location: Sheikh Zayed Rd – Business Bay – Dubai
- Timings: Every day 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 414 3000 or visit Bridgewater Tavern’s website.
6. McGettigan’s JBR
McGettigan’s JBR is where Irish hospitality meets cricket fever for the ultimate Asia Cup viewing party! This iconic JBR hotspot transforms into a sea of cheering fans during matches, with massive HD screens showing every delivery and a buzzing atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re in the stadium. Time your visit for the “Boundary Bonanza” Happy Hour (4-7 PM daily) when selected pints and cocktails go half-price, or rally your squad for the “Super Over Platter” – a mountain of loaded nachos, whisky-glazed wings and sliders perfect for sharing during tense overs. Individual fans can score the “Wicket-Taker Deal” while every century scored earns the whole house a free “Man of the Match” shot! With live DJs keeping the energy high post-match and their signature “Yorker” Beer Towers flowing all night, McGettigan’s delivers the perfect mix of Irish craic and cricket passion.
- Location: Lobby Level – The Walk – Dubai Marina – Dubai
- Timings: Monday – Friday – 12:30 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM; Sunday – 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 318 2319 or visit McGettigan’s website.
7. Huddle Sports Bar & Grill
Huddle Sports Bar & Grill brings stadium-level energy to Asia Cup screenings with wall-to-wall HD screens and unbeatable game-day deals! Cheer every boundary while digging into their legendary Huddle Burger or Power Play Wings, paired with 50% off appetisers and drinks during Power Play Hour (4-7 PM daily). Score the Super Over Platter for shareable wings, sliders and fries, or celebrate centuries with free shots for your table when batsmen hit 100 runs. With ice-cold beer towers, spicy Sixer cocktails, and a free dessert platter if your team wins, this is where cricket fans fuel up for maximum cheering!
- Location: Ground Floor, Citymax Hotels – Kuwait St – Dubai
- Timings: Every day 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 50 100 7065 or visit the Huddle Bar & Grill’s website.
8. Brooklyn Bar
Brooklyn Bar Dubai brings the ultimate NYC sports bar vibe to Asia Cup screenings, complete with industrial-chic decor, 20+ HD screens, and unbeatable cricket specials! Dig into their signature Brooklyn Beast Burger or “Wide Ball” Wings while taking advantage of “Power Play Hour” (5-8 PM daily) with 50% off all drafts and bar bites. When your national team bats, score the AED 99 Burger+Pint deal or rally your squad for the “Super Over Platter”. The whole bar erupts when batsmen hit centuries – that’s your cue for free tequila shots during their “Century Celebration”! With craft beers on tap, stadium-worthy screens, and a buzzing communal table perfect for rival banter, this is where cricket meets Big Apple attitude.
- Location: Ground Floor – Elite Byblos Hotel – Al Barsha Rd – behind Mall of The Emirates – Al Barsha 1 – Dubai
- Timings: Every day 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 50 141 6955 or visit Brooklyn Bar’s website.
9. La Fabrique Sports Bar
La Fabrique Sports Bar redefines cricket viewing with Parisian flair. Think truffle fries, craft cocktails, and HD screens galore! Savour French-twisted game bites like Bœuf Bourguignon Nachos or Croque-Monsieur Sliders while sipping “Le Six” cocktails (50% off during L’Heure du Match happy hour, 5-8 PM). The “Victoire Platter” delivers shareable gourmet kicks, and if your team wins, celebrate with free crème brûlée! When batsmen hit centuries, the whole bar toasts with free champagne because at Dubai’s chic-est sports bar, even cricket celebrations taste très magnifique.
- Location: Port Saeed Road – Baniyas Rd – Dubai
- Timings: Every day from 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM
For more information, call them at +971 4 294 1222 or visit La Fabrique’s website.
10. Craft Fox Gastropub & Sports Bar
Crafty Fox Gastropub & Sports Bar brings gourmet cricket nights to Dubai with craft beers, elevated pub grub, and electric match-day energy! Cheer every boundary while devouring their signature Fox Burger or Buttermilk Chicken Tenders, paired with 50% off craft brews during Fox Happy Hour (4-7 PM daily). Score the “Super Over Platter” for group feasting, and celebrate victories with free sticky toffee pudding when your team wins. Every century earns your table a round of shots, because this is where cricket meets gastropub sophistication at its finest.
- Location: Golf & Country Club – Jumeirah Golf Estates – Dubai
- Timings: Every day from 6:30 AM – 11:30 PM
For more information, please call them at +971 4 586 7767 or visit their website at Craft Fox Gastropub & Sports Bar.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Now you have a list of sports bars to visit when you don’t have a ticket to the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. But if you do, here’s what you need to know.
The stadium is a buzzing, world-class venue that comes alive during tournaments like the Asia Cup, offering an electrifying atmosphere under its iconic floodlights. The pitch is balanced, ensuring competitive cricket, while the stadium’s modern amenities, from giant screens to food stalls, enhance the experience. The crowd is a mix of passionate expats and travelling fans, creating a vibrant, high-energy vibe, especially during matches like India-Pakistan.
Schedule
Group Stage
- September 10th – India v/s UAE at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 12th – Pakistan v/s Oman at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 14th – India v/s Pakistan at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 15th – Sri Lanka v/s Hong Kong at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 17th – Pakistan v/s UAE at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 19th – India v/s Oman at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
Super Four
- September 21st at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 24th at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 25th at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
- September 26th at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
Final
- September 28th at 6:00 PM GST (7:30 PM IST)
Tickets
As of now, ticket sales have not officially started. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC), which organizes the Asia Cup, is expected to announce the official ticketing details in the coming days. Once live, tickets will likely be available through one or more of the following platforms commonly used for UAE cricket events:
- Platinumlist (used for most UAE-based international cricket matches)
- Q-Tickets (another platform occasionally used in the region)
- Venue-specific portals, depending on final arrangements
No official announcement has been made yet about exclusive partnerships or ticket sale timelines. Fans are advised to wait for the official confirmation before purchasing from any source.
For more information, call them at +971 4 425 1111 or visit the Asia Cup website.
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