Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Stadium International cricket stadium in Dubai hosting major matches
Dubai International Cricket Stadium at Dubai Sports City stages international and franchise matches under floodlights; spectators attend T20 fixtures, series games and occasional concerts in a large modern venue.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium is a purpose-built cricket venue in the Emirate of Dubai, part of the Dubai Sports City development. It is equipped for international and domestic fixtures and is used for Twenty20 leagues, international matches and large-scale tournaments.
The stadium features spectator stands, floodlighting for night matches and modern player and media facilities designed to host multi-day events and televised matches. It has been used as a neutral venue for international teams and as a home venue for franchise tournaments.
The site was developed in the 2000s as part of Dubai’s sports infrastructure expansion and continues to host competitive fixtures across formats. Event scheduling and capacity arrangements vary by tournament and season.
The stadium is located within Dubai Sports City in the Emirate of Dubai, with road access from central Dubai and nearby transport links.
- Capacity and lighting: Seating capacity of approximately 25,000, with floodlights and infrastructure for day-night international matches and tournaments.
- Venue use: Located within Dubai Sports City and used for domestic and international cricket, including IPL and international fixtures when schedules allow.
How to Get to Dubai International Cricket Stadium #
The stadium is in Dubai Sports City, around 25-30 minutes from Dubai International Airport depending on traffic. Taxis and ride-hailing services are common; the nearest metro station is typically Restaurant City on the Red Line with a short taxi onward, or bus services that service the sports city precinct.
Tips for Visiting Dubai International Cricket Stadium #
- Check the stadium calendar; cricket fixtures and international games are the main reason to visit.
- Arrive early on match days - traffic in Dubai Sports City can be heavy and parking fills quickly.
- For non-match visits, contact Dubai Sports City for tour possibilities as public tours are limited.
Best Time to Visit Dubai International Cricket Stadium #
Best to visit during the winter months (November-March) for scheduled cricket fixtures and comfortable weather.
Weather & Climate near Dubai International Cricket Stadium #
Dubai International Cricket Stadium's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 13°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 34 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 35°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 40°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 44°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 42°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 38°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
