WHERE TO WATCH
Looking for a restaurant or bar to see the matches? We’ve jotted down a list of the best ones
CHAMPS SPORTS BAR
Do not miss a single moment of the action. Champs Sports Bar is a perfect place to watch your favorite team live on screen. Awesome IPL offers for pub food and a vast beverage menu await you. Nachos, fries, burgers and calamari – perfect game night bites – are served here to get you in the mood for the big match. DEALS Regional starters and two selected beverages at Dh69. Buy our IPL- themed cocktail, predict who will win the match, and receive a free selected drink of your choice. Cheer your team by wearing your favourite IPL shirt and get a free drink! Venue: The Occidental IMPZ Dubai ; Call 058 843 7956; email dubaiproductioncity. fbm@ occidentalhotels. com
KEMPINSKI CRICKET LOUNGE
Enjoy a premium experience at this amazing venue with a choice of an indoor and outdoor lounge, LED screens, DJ, fan merchandise and more. Social distancing and sanitisation protocols will be strictly enforced. Minimum spend is applicable. Venue: Second floor, Kempinski, Mall of the Emirates Call 04 409 5222 for corporate and VIP bookings
ILLUZIONS CAFE DUBAI
This is an unique multi- functional hang- out located in the heart of Dubai with live screenings of IPL matches on a mega LED wall and 14 screens all across the venue. There are special F& B deals featuring IPL- customised mouthwatering multi- cuisine delicacies. Theme nights and special events are planned all through the month for an unforgettable memorable experience. DEALS Hops and regular beverages Dh25; IPL special food menu - starting from Dh30 Venue Holiday Inn Hotel, Embassy District - Bur Dubai, 12pm to 3amCall: 0506381907 or 0569216619. Follow on the Instagram and FB@ illuzionscafedubai for regular updates.
KICKERS SPORTS BAR
With a relaxed and welcoming theme, this is the perfect venue to enjoy a few beverages with family ( little ones are welcome too!), and a great location for meeting friends or work colleagues while taking in your favourite sporting event on one of the many large screens. DEALS Show off the playing team jersey for any of the cricket matches and get a special rate on food; order a bucket of 5 selected hops when a batsman hits a six and get 6 for the price of 5; order 2 selected hops when a batsman hits a 4 and get 2 free; order a bottle of selected house beverage during the toss and get the second bottle at a special rate; get 1+ 1 on selected 30ml house beverage during free hit; if the match runs into super over and anyone on the table is wearing the playing team jersey you get free 30ml house beverages for the table; buy 3 selected house beverages of 30ml and get 3 free. Venue Kickers Sports Bar, Dubai Sports City. Call 04 448 1001 or visit kickerssportsbar. ae
QUBE SPORTS BAR
Catch the entire season live at the bar’s giant four- sided Qube projectors and high- definition screens. When you are not following the action, challenge your mates to a round of pool or foosball, enjoy the exciting beverage menu or savour a variety of exotic fare that pays homage to delicious Indian cuisine. DEALS Starting at Dh145 for combo of five hops and a main dish. Venue: Qube Sports Bar, The Meydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai. Call 04 381 3300; WhatsApp 056 525 4040
FREDDY’S RESTRO CAFÉ
The Freddy’s at Dubai Investment Park resonates to the vibrant beat of London. Popular for its big- screen and flat- screen TVs broadcasting year- round live sporting events, this Restro Café serves up casual fare for good times. It’s complete with a pool table for a little action on the floor. No matter where in the world you come from, you’ll feel at home here. It is the ultimate place to be to kick back and relax. DEALS A bucket of 5 hops – Dh99; 2 pints and a starter – Dh69– Dh89; pitcher of hops – Dh111; hops tower – Dh189 Venue: Fortune Park Hotel, Dubai Investment Park ( DIP) Call 052 989 2824