Top five sports lounges to catch an IPL game

Enjoy all the 20/20 cricket action at a sports lounge near you - whether in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain or Dubai

The Retreat at the Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa will screen IPL games on request. Lee Hoagland / The National

Enjoy all the Twenty20 cricket action at a sports lounge near you - whether in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain or Dubai.
Dubai
Get free finger food and nibbles with every beverage purchased during IPL games screened at Legends, the newly opened sports bar at Satwa's Hotel Chelsea Plaza (formerly the Rydges Plaza Hotel). It also serve some of the best deli sandwiches and salads in town.
Al Diyafah Street, Satwa, call toll free 800 585242 (www.chelseaplaza.crimsonhotels.com)
The club night Déja Vu Billionaire Affair at Cirque le Soir has a special IPL edition tonight. This is also where you might get to party with cricket stars - regular visitors to the venue claim some of the team members will head here post-match. Free entry for women and couples.
Cirque le Soir, Fairmont Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, call 055 117 1711 (www.cirquelesoir.com/dubai)
Abu Dhabi
Heroes, one of the capital's legendary sports bars, is installing three new large screens for cricket fans. The atmosphere is lively and it has a live band playing mostly rock and metal, from Nirvana to Aerosmith, and a DJ also entertains the crowd with plenty of pop classics and indie favourites.
Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi, Al Markaziyah, Abu Dhabi, call 02 616 6101 (www.cpauhoutlets.com/Heroes)
The Retreat at Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa will play IPL matches upon request, so depending on which team you support, plan ahead and book your night out. This five-star lounge has multiple screens installed across the floors, plus a great bar and lively atmosphere. With extra visitors expected this IPL season, it's wise to reserve a table in advance if you are a large group.
The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa, Sas Al Nakhl, 02 616 9999 (www.westinabudhabigolfresort.com)
Al Ain
Hiltonia Club House and Sports Bar is screening IPL games on request. The outdoor venue is popular for its Arabic dishes - we love the Tunisian lamb and mezze platter. Head there for an evening of cricket and great food while the weather is still good.
Hilton Al Ain, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, call 03 768 6666 (www3.hilton.com)
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