September 6
England v Australia ODI series
Following one of the most anticipated tours in international cricket, The Ashes bilateral series, the action between England and Australia continues with five one-day internationals on September 6, 8, 11, 14 and 16. With England having won The Ashes, they’re looking to be undefeated in the series – all the more reason these ODIs are set to make for an exciting watch.
Until September 16. Airing on OSN Sport 1-4.
September 10
Zimbabwe v Pakistan test series
Pakistan is in Zimbabwe for the 2013 test series, which began on Tuesday September 3. The second test will take place in Bulawayo on Tuesday September 10, with games airing from 11am.
Airing on ESPN Star Sports.
September 17
Champions League T20
The fifth edition of the Champions League Twenty20, an international Twenty20 cricket tournament, will be held in India, with a total prize fund of US$6 million up for grabs. Teams entered include Brisbane Heat (Aus), Perth Scorchers (Aus), Trinidad and Tobago, Highveld Lions (SA), Titans (SA), Chennai Super Kings (Ind), Mumbai Indians (Ind), Rajasthan Royals (Ind), Kandurata Maroons (Sri), Otago Volts (NZ), Faisalbad Wolves (Pak) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (Ind).
Until October 6. Airing on OSN Sport 1-4.
October 1
South Africa Tour of Pakistan
This action-packed series includes two test matches, five one-day internationals and three T20 matches over the course of two months, with the tour ending on November 30.
Until November 30. Airing on Ten Sports.
November 13
India Tour of South Africa
Straddling the end of 2013 and start of 2014, this tour features three test matches, seven one-day internationals and two T20 matches.
Until January 14. Airing on Ten Sports.
Cooper’s
This sports bar will be fulfilling all your wicket-wishes. Just be sure to get in early as it tends to fill up very quickly.
Park Rotana, Khalifa Park (02 657 3333).
NRG
Le Méridien’s dedicated sports bar has TV screens in every corner, plus pool tables and darts for those who want to take part in the competitive spirit.
Le Méridien Abu Dhabi, Tourist Club Area (02 674 2020).
The Retreat
The elegant pub atmosphere here makes it a classy affair. With three large LED screens, you won’t need to worry about where you sit.
The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa, Sas Al Nakhl (02 616 9999).
Cricket in Abu Dhabi
The season ahead sees the city
host a number of exciting matches, which are very affordable and typically extremely well-attended, with fans of the sport pouring in from around the emirates and abroad. Prices, timings and venues across the UAE will be firmed up nearer the time of each fixture, but for now, here’s a look at the line-up.
October 6
Pakistan v South Africa
South Africa plays Pakistan in two tests, five one-day internationals and two T20s during their visit to the UAE.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai & Sharjah. Until November 16.
October 6
ICC Intercontinental Cup: Afghanistan v Kenya
The two countries go head-to-head in the UAE, followed by the Intercontinental Cup Final from December 10 to 14.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Until October 9.
November 25
ICC World Twenty20 Cup Qualifiers
This competition will see six of the 16 entrant teams secure their place in the main tournament, to be held in Bangladesh in 2014. Current favourites to qualify at the event include Afghanistan and Ireland.
Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Dubai. November 25, 27-30.
December 11
Pakistan v Sri Lanka
During this two-month bilateral series, the two teams will play three tests, five one-day internationals and two Twenty20s.
Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Until January 31 2014.
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