Catch these amazing pitches where you can play cricket in Abu Dhabi.
The Men’s ICC T20 Cricket World Cup; The Indian Premier League, The Pakistan Super League; The Abu Dhabi T10s; Abu Dhabi loves its cricket.
And while the city welcomes the finest exponents of putting bat on ball and removing bails from stumps every year, it has some incredible places where you can hit a knock or bag yourself a couple of wickets.
Here are the places where you can play cricket in Abu Dhabi. HOWZAT!?
Abu Dhabi Cricket
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Cricket by name and cricket by nature, you won’t find a sticky wicket at this state-of-the-art facility in Khalifa City A. Enjoy a bowl and bat with friends or refine your technique under the watchful eye of professional coaches and the kids can crack a four too with the academy programme. Top pick for all the professional amateurs who know that cricket is more than just a game.
For more information visit Abu Dhabi Cricket
Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club
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As the name suggests, this club is more known for its equestrian, shooting and golf facilities, however, you will still be bowled over by this family-friendly cricket club in Al Ain. Expect six outdoor (astro synthetic) nets, Jugs Bowling Machines, Crazy Catch net plus floodlights so the umpires don’t stop the action for bad light when the sun goes down.
For more information visit Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club
Ultimate Sports Academy
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Wannabe Virat Kohlis and Ben Stokes can show off their cricketing wares on the nets and pitches set over grass, concrete and artificial turf at this bastion of cricket in Abu Dhabi. There’s even a dug out and scorers’ area for those who aspire to be playing at Lords or MCG.
For more information visit Ultimate Sports Academy
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