Hot on the heels of the final of the Indian Premier League, one of the biggest events in the cricket calendar is here.
A record 20 countries will compete at this year’s T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA as it gets underway in the early hours of Sunday June 2. The final is on Saturday June 29 in Barbados.
You might also like: Dubai happy hours 2024: Best bar deals, offers and discounts
And with that time difference, fans need to know where to watch the T20 World Cup in Dubai so they can give their country the backing they need from afar.
T20 stands for Twenty20 and is a much faster-paced version of cricket as it plays to a maximum of 20 overs with each team having just a single innings.
There’s plenty of places to watch the T20 World Cup in Dubai with some even offering big prizes including a trip to Mumbai.
Where to watch T20 World Cup in Dubai
Brew House
Catch the big game while enjoying a menu of Indian flavours and beverages in this chilled setting. Make sure you book in advance as the crowds can get as big.
Prices vary. Until Sat Jun 29 Brew House, Business Bay (056 316 2245).
Brooklyn Bar Dubai
A top sports bar in Dubai that’s a little more off the beaten track, Brooklyn is a popular shout for sports fans who want something a smidge quieter, and with more chance of securing a seat (that’s not to say it doesn’t get busy). There are loads of screens so you’ll always have a good view, the draught hops list is decent and there are good drinks deals, too.
Elite Byblos Hotel, Al Barsha @brooklydubai (04 455 4800).
Eloquent Elephant
There’s plenty of great grub on offer at The Eloquent Elephant during the T20 World Cup. For Dhs250 per person you can get unlimited house grape, bottled hops and bar nibbles while you cheer on your favourite team.
Various offers. Until Sat Jun 29. Taj Dubai, Business Bay. (04 483 3131)
Huddle Sports Bar & Grill
This sports bar in Bur Dubai will be screening all the action throughout June. Grab a pint and a bite to eat during the T20 World Cup.
Prices vary. Until Sat Jun 29. Huddle Sports Bar & Grill, Citymax Hotel, Kuwait Street (050 100 7065).
Mahi Cafe
A huge 185-inch screen will be showing all the games at this Al Nahda venue. Enjoy global tapas including nachos, mushroom baklava and shawarma kulcha in the lounge while cheering on your favourite team.
Until Sun May 26. Al Nahda, Al Nahda 2. (05 6931 1300). @mahicafedxb
Mr Toad’s Al Jaddaf
Mr Toad’s should be on your list of venues if you’re looking for somewhere to watch the T20 World Cup this summer. Snacks will be served from Dhs30 and drinks from Dhs23, there’s an all-day happy hour and you can watch the matches on a big screen while you tuck in.
Premier Inn Hotel, Al Jaddaf (056 411 4602).
Mr Toad’s Barsha Heights
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Mr Toad’s Barsha Heights (@mrtoadsbarshaheights)
Mr Toad’s should be on your list of venues if you’re looking for somewhere to watch the T20 World Cup this summer. Snacks will be served from Dhs30 and drinks from Dhs23, there’s an all-day happy hour and you can watch the matches on a big screen while you tuck in.
Open daily noon-1am. Premier Inn Barsha Heights Hotel, Al Khareef 2 Street (050 143 8751).
Mr Toad’s Ibn Battuta
There’s an all-day happy hour and you can watch the matches on a big screen at this casual Ibn Battuta spot.
Premier Inn Dubai Ibn Battuta Hotel (04 278 2222).
Mr Toad’s Dubai Investment Park
The same deal as other Mr Toad’s in town, this one is worth checking out if you’re in the DIP area.
Premier Inn Dubai Investment Park, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (04 885 1899).
Mr Toad’s Silicon Oasis
Head here for a bargain cricket-watching experience. Snacks will be served from Dhs30 and drinks from Dhs23, there’s an all-day happy hour and you can watch the matches on a big screen. One to check out this summer.
Premier Inn Dubai Silicon Oasis Hotel, mrtoads.ae (04 336 3184).
OK11 Sports Lounge
View this post on InstagramA post shared by B-Town Restro Bar (@b_town_restrobar)
Not only can you watch all the action of the T20 World Cup at the neighbourhood bar OK11 Sports Lounge which has three locations in Al Mankhool, Satwa and Meena Bazar but you can win the chance to be flown out for the final of the tournament. And it’s a really nice place to grab some food and a drink during the big games.
B-Town Restraunt and Bar, Grand Excelsior Hotel Bur Dubai, Al Mankhool or Concorde Inn Hotel, Meena Bazar, Opposite Dubai Museum or Capitol Hotel, Al Mina Street, Satwa. (055 419 9020).
Somerset’s Bar
All IPL matches will be shown on a large cinema-size screen and 14 HD screens. Plus, there’s a daily happy hour deal from noon until 6pm which sees bottles of hop costing Dhs28 and house beverages starting from Dhs26.
Open until 3am daily. Movenpick Hotel & Apartments, Bur Dubai (04 336 6000).
The Stables
Guests will have the chance to win a bunch of big prizes including gold coins, free drinks, PS5 vouchers and even a grand trip to Mumbai. The British gastropub on Sheikh Zayed Road will be showing the games on a huge screen plus multiple LED screens throughout.
Sun Jun 2 – Sat Jun 29. 32 Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1. (054 417 7028). @thestablesdubai
Life in Dubai
Direct flights from Dubai: All the brilliant places to explore
So many options, so little time
In pictures: Dubai then and now
See just how much the city has changed through the decades
UAE public holidays 2025
All the details on the official public and private sector holidays here
