There will be thousands of people in the UAE crowding around screens over the next four weeks as fans of India, Australia, Pakistan, South Africa, New Zealand and West Indies watch their countries in action in the ICC World Twenty20.

KICKERS SPORTS BAR

Where: Dubai Sports City
Promotions: 33% off bill between 3pm-7pm on Sunday-Thursday
Contact details: 04 453 5200
Social media: Facebook

One of the best venues in Dubai to watch the most prestigious T20 tournament in cricket unfold. Kickers is showing all matches live on its 15 televisions. There is an impressive choice of drinks available, while on the food front, the ‘Sweet Potato Fries’ and ‘Fatty – The Survivor’ are up there with the best in town. It’s the perfect location for fans of any nationality, especially those who fancy a quick nets session afterwards.

VELOCITY

Where: JW Marriot Marquis, Sheikh Zayed Rd.
Contact details: 044140000
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Velocity is not a traditional sports bar, it’s an entertainment destination bar and lounge. Sports, live music and great service are the key pillars of Velocity, making it versatile, dynamic and entertaining!

For the ICC World T20, Velocity has put together a special menu that is packed full of dishes perfect for sharing with friends. This includes quesadillas, nachos, and buffalo wings. They have beverage packages and a signature snack menu that is a long-standing favourite of our new and regular customers.

NEZESAUSSI

Where: Lobby level of Manzil Downtown Dubai on Emaar Boulevard
Promotions: Deals on buckets of beverages and a free main course when you spend AED 50 on a Tuesday!
Contact details: 04 428 5888
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Nezesaussi is a premier spot to watch the World Twenty20 with 19 televisions located around the sports bar and even some screens in the washrooms so you won’t miss a glimpse of the action.

Flags, jerseys, boots, balls, tro­phies and other memorabilia are scattered around the interior, giving Nezesaus­si a proper sports feel, while the open cooking station adds a dash of modern style.

BIDI BONDI, PALM JUMEIRAH

Where: The Palm Shoreline
Promotions: Four beverages and a main course for AED 140
Contact details: 04 427 0515
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An Australian sports bar located on Palm Jumeirah, Bidi Bondi has a great outdoor area and several flat screen TV’s with projectors to allow for a more cinematic view of the games. The nachos, chicken wings and ribs are highly recommended for hungry and drained fans. A lively atmosphere is guaranteed – particularly if Australia meet New Zealand in the final!

MELIA HOTEL
Where: Kuwait Street, Bur Dubai
Promotions: Deals on buckets of beverages.
Contact details: 04 386 8111
Social media: Facebook

The Melia Hotel is based in a superb location in Bur Dubai and offers a fantastic setting that unsurprisingly draws big crowds. Large attendances were a regular feature during last year’s Cricket World Cup, and will surely continue should Pakistan, India and Bangladesh qualify for the penultimate stages. Food and beverages are available all day and house beverages are on offer from midday daily.

HUDDLES SPORTS BAR

Where: City Max Hotel, Bur Dubai
Promotions: Deals on buckets of beverages
Contact details: 04 440 9300
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Situated in Bur Dubai’s busiest hotel Citybox, Huddles is a pleasant sports bar with a big screen for sports enthusiasts. Chicken wings are a must, with different portion sizes available depending on your appetite. If the game stretches on longer into the afternoon, it is obliged to stay and watch the live band sing deep into the night. Perfect for India, Pakistan and Bangladesh fans with a penchant for post-match karaoke. ‘We are the Champions’ is sure to be a favourite.