As cricket fever sweeps the nation ahead of the ICC World Twenty20 which kicks off on March 8, Sport360 has selected our pick of where to watch the tournament unfold in Abu Dhabi.

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 World Twenty20.

THE SPORTSMAN’S ARMS

The Sportsman’s Arms.

Where: Zayed Sports City
Promotions: Happy hour deals daily between 4pm-7pm or a pizza and a beverage for AED 99
Contact details: 024034235
Social media: Facebook

Located in the International Tennis Stadium of Zayed Sports City, Sportsmans Arms is another great venue to watch the drama unfold. The American/Irish concept restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy food after taking in the thrilling action from World Twenty20.

COOPER’S

Cooper’s.

Where: Park Rotana
Promotions: Happy hour deals are daily from 12pm-12am offering 50% off selected beverages.
Contact details: 026573333
Social media: Facebook

One of the capital’s top sports bars offers an excellent standard of service and great choice of food and drink. With four plasma screens, you’ll have a great view of the live action from down under. ‘Coopers Nachos’ and the ‘Fried Calamari’ are tasty dishes to enjoy between innings.

STARS ‘N’ BARS

Stars ‘n’ Bars.

Where: Yas Marina Circuit
Promotions: Happy hour deals are daily from 5pm-8pm
Contact details: 025650101
Social media: Facebook

Stars n Bars is an energetic but cozy pub that has a homely feel about it. There is an array of screens and a food menu that will delight all customers that step foot in Yas Marina Circuit.

Their happy hour begins at 5pm so head down early to make the most of the deals and secure the best seats in the house. The Sizzling Fajitas are a must so be sure to try them out.

NRG SPORTS CAFE

NRG Sports Cafe.

Where: Le Meridien
Promotions: Deals on buckets of beverages.
Contact details: 02 644 6666
Social media: Facebook

Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NRG Sports Café is one of the best sports bars in the capital. With a spacious surrounding and wide screen plasma televisions you won’t miss any Chris Gayle sixes or Lasith Malinga yorkers!