Cricket fans can watch every thundering ball, high-scoring run and incredible catch of the latter stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Cricket Fan Park at Dubai Sports City.
With the 2018 season of the IPL entering the business end, cricket fans will be able to see their favourite teams take to the field live on giant TV screens inside the ICC Academy’s Indoor Centre.
Every IPL match played between May 15-27 will be shown at the venue, including the play-offs, qualifiers and season-ending grand finale at the Wankhede Stadium.
The first game to be broadcast at the Cricket Fan Park will see the Kolkata Knight Riders take on the Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday (May 15).
An electric, festival atmosphere is guaranteed with music, beverages, food trucks and stalls serving a selection of Asian and continental dishes, including a traditional chaat station, plus a kids’ area and gaming zone to keep the whole family entertained.
The 700-capacity venue, which is open to fans of all ages, will be filled with the colourful flags of the IPL’s eight teams as well as play host to cricket-themed branding and activities.
The Cricket Fan Park will open an hour before the start of each match, i.e. 13:30 for double header games and 17:30 for regular matches.
Tickets will be available from the box office located outside the ICC Academy with regular tickets priced at Dh50, which includes a Dh30 food and beverage coupon that can be used at any of the venue’s outlets. VIP lounge tickets cost Dh100 and include a Dh60 F&B coupon.
Now in its 11th season, the IPL has grown in size and popularity each year with fans around the world enthralled by its exciting brand of Twenty20 cricket and competitive league format.
Visitors to the Cricket Fan Park will be able to cheer on their team in a thrilling stadium atmosphere.
To find out more about Dubai Sports City please visit: http://www.dsc.ae/.
