There is no end of sport to get involved in or watch in the UAE this week and here are Sport360's top picks.
From the Dubai Rugby Sevens to the T20 series and the return of the hugely popular XDubai Flyboard World Cup event, there is something for everyone in the Emirates this week.
PAKISTAN VS ENGLAND
England go into the third T20 on the back of two successive victories against Pakistan. With pride at stake in their final game, can the hosts finish with a win or will England continue their impressive run of form and prevail 3-0?
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
MASTERS OF DIRT – XTREME MOTORSPORTSHOW
Wednesday, December 2 – Friday, December 4
Masters of Dirt is sure to thrill crowds in Dubai with its dare-devil riders during its December 2-4 shows.
With over 20 of the world’s best performers from around the globe descending on Dubai for the UAE’s National Day holiday, a mixture of stunts and high octane motorsport will be on show.
After sell-out shows around the world including South Africa, Poland, Malta, Germany, Austria, Cyprus, and the UK, Masters of Dirt rolls into Dubai.
Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre
Website: https://dubai.platinumlist.net/
ARABIAN GULF LEAGUE
Thursday, December 3 – Thursday, December 5
The UAE's premier football competition is back and it is all to play for. The highlight of the round is the top of the table clash between Al Ain and AFC Champions League finalists Al Ahli.
Website: http://www.agleague.ae/
DUBAI RUGBY SEVENS
Thursday, December 3 – Saturday, December 5
The best players in the world will converge for a three day rugby extravaganza with fun activities for the whole family.
The Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens is the second round of the nine-leg HSBC Sevens World Series, and the first round of the IRB Women’s Sevens World Series. In addition over 220 teams will take part in the Invitation Tournament.
In excess of 100,000 visitors are expected to attend this year’s event, so don’t miss the biggest party of the year!
Venue: Sevens Stadium, Al Ain Road
Website: Dubai Rugby Sevens
XDUBAI FLYBOARD WORLD CUP
Thursday, December 3 – Saturday, December 5
Calling all flyboarders from around the world to compete in the thrilling XDubai Flyboard World Cup at Skydive Dubai! The tournament will be held across three days with plenty of fun and entertainment for family and friends.
Venue: Skydive Dubai
Website: Skydive Dubai
DUBAI CREEK STRIDERS HALF MARATHON
Friday, December 4
The 14th edition of the popular Dubai Creek Half Marathon winds around the creek and offers some extraordinary scenery past the river and the souq in Bur Dubai.
Although registration for this event is closed, come down and support thousands of runners as they line-up for both personal challenges and good causes.
Venue: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club
Website: Premier Online
