The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, also known as the Dubai Sports City Cricket Stadium, is a versatile stadium mostly used for cricket. It is situated in the very large Dubai Sports City and the site is one of three principal cricket stadiums in United Arab Emirates, with the other two being Sharjah Cricket Stadium and Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. It is made to accommodate a crowd of 25,000, which can be increased, and it offers a premier experience for fans and players alike. Instead of using light towers, the stadium has been designed with a unique system of 350 lights, fixed around the circumference of the roof to create a visual treat and a wonderful lighting system.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium History
The stadium was built in 2009 and quickly became a neutral venue for international cricket – especially for countries such as Pakistan, where they used this venue as their home venue for many years due to the security situation in their own country. The first-ever ODI happened on April 22, 2009 when Australia played Pakistan and Pakistan emerged victorious. The first Test at the venue occurred the next year in November, 2010 between Pakistan and South Africa. The early history of the ground established it on the international cricket calendar.
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Dubai International Cricket Stadium Events and Memorable Moments
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has facilitated a wide variety of events. The venue has hosted a number of PSL matches, including the first final in 2016, but its major achievement came in 2021 when it co-hosted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, including the semi-final and final. The cricket calendar has included the IPL and the Asia Cup at the ground, demonstrating its ability to host the biggest tournaments in the game.
Some of the most memorable moments are Shahid Afridi’s career-best bowling figures of 6/38 – in the very first ODI – that helped Pakistan win. And Azhar Ali’s outstanding, not out, 302 against West Indies in a day/night Test match in 2016 is also memorable, Azhar is still the highest ever Indian score by a Pakistani batsman at the venue.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Records
| Match Type | First Match | Last Match |
| Test | November 12–16, 2010: Pakistan vs. South Africa | November 24–27, 2018: Pakistan vs. New Zealand |
| ODI | April 22, 2009: Pakistan vs. Australia | March 9, 2025: India vs. New Zealand |
| T20I | May 7, 2009: Pakistan vs. Australia | September 17, 2025: United Arab Emirates vs. Pakistan |
| W-ODI | February 7, 2019: Pakistan vs. West Indies | |
| W-T20I | September 26, 2023: United Arab Emirates vs. Namibia | October 20, 2024: New Zealand vs. South Africa |
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Last 10 T20 Matches Results
The Start of a Legacy
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium hosted its very first One Day International (ODI) match on April 22, 2009. Pakistan beat Australia in that game, and Pakistani player Shahid Afridi made history by taking an incredible 6 wickets for just 38 runs his best performance at the time. Another notable record was set by Azhar Ali, who scored an amazing 302 not out in a 2016 match against the West Indies.
Key Matches and Series
The stadium’s first-ever Test match was a draw between Pakistan and South Africa in 2010. That same year, South Africa won a five-match ODI series against Pakistan, sealing the victory with a 57-run win.
The stadium has hosted many important series over the years, including matches between Pakistan and New Zealand and a Twenty20 International against England. In 2012, Pakistan defeated England in a Test match by 10 wickets, with Saeed Ajmal winning the Man of the Match award for his 10-wicket haul.
Hosting Major Tournaments
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has become a key venue for major cricket tournaments. In 2014, it was one of the stadiums used for the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the stadium, along with other venues in the UAE, hosted parts of the IPL tournaments in both 2020 and 2021. It was the site of the 2020 IPL final, where the Mumbai Indians beat the Delhi Capitals, and the 2021 final, where the Chennai Super Kings defeated the Kolkata Knight Riders.
The stadium has also improved its playing conditions over time, especially for T20 cricket, resulting in higher average scores during tournaments like the IPL 2020.
Top Batting Performance in DIS
| Batsman | Match | Date | Runs | Balls | 4s / 6s | FPts |
| HA Khan | FUJ vs ABD | 13-Oct-2023 | 104 | 47 | 8 / 8 | 188 |
| Andries Gous | ADKR vs DV | 21-Jan-2024 | 95 | 50 | 5 / 7 | 148 |
| J Charles | SW vs DC | 22-Jan-2024 | 93 | 51 | 8 / 6 | 147 |
| R Ahmed II | DUB vs EMB | 15-Oct-2023 | 88 | 37 | 5 / 8 | 141 |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | DC vs MIE | 20-Jan-2024 | 81 | 39 | 8 / 4 | 115 |
| G Munsey | SCO vs UAE | 11-Mar-2024 | 75 | 49 | 9 / 3 | 106 |
| M Bhavsar | KUW vs UAE | 21-Dec-2024 | 72 | 54 | 6 / 3 | 162 |
| TK Curran | GG vs DV | 29-Jan-2025 | 64 | 34 | 9 / 1 | 101 |
| CA Lynn | GG vs DV | 24-Jan-2024 | 63 | 42 | 7 / 3 | 90 |
| BR Dunk | DC vs DV | 01-Feb-2024 | 59 | 30 | 7 / 2 | 88 |
Top Batting Performance in DIS
| Batsman | Match | Date | Overs | Maiden Overs | Runs | Wickets | FPts |
| K Yadav | IND vs UAE | 10-Sep-2025 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 169 |
| OP Stone | DC vs GG | 06-Feb-2024 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 151 |
| J Siddique | UAE vs SCO | 11-Mar-2024 | 4 | 0 | 14 | 4 | 142 |
| A Gardner | AUS-W vs PAK-W | 11-Oct-2024 | 4 | 0 | 21 | 4 | 140 |
| N Mlaba | SA-W vs WI-W | 04-Oct-2024 | 4 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 128 |
| R Mair | NZ-W vs IND-W | 04-Oct-2024 | 4 | 0 | 19 | 4 | 126 |
| Shahid Nawaz-I | DUB vs SHA | 13-Oct-2023 | 4 | 0 | 24 | 4 | 114 |
| S Dube | IND vs UAE | 10-Sep-2025 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 122 |
| DR Sams | SW vs DC | 22-Jan-2024 | 4 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 120 |
| Y Patel | KUW vs UAE | 21-Dec-2024 | 4 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 118 |
Dubai International Stadium Records and Stats:
In ODI Games
| Stat- ODI | Value |
| Total Matches Played | 63 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 23 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 38 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 220 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 195 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 355/5 (50 Ov) by ENG vs PAK |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 91/10 (31.1 Ov) by NAM vs UAE |
| Highest Score Chased | 287/8 (49.4 Ov) by SL vs PAK |
| Lowest Score Defended | 168/10 (46.3 Ov) by UAE vs NEP |
in T20 Game
| Stat-T20 | Value |
| Total Matches Played | 115 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 53 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 61 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 139 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 122 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 212/2 (20 Ov) by IND vs AFG |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 55/10 (14.2 Ov) by WI vs ENG |
| Highest Score Chased | 184/8 (19.2 Ov) by SL vs BAN |
| Lowest Score Defended | 98/5 (20 Ov) by NAMW vs UAEW |
Dubai International Cricket Stadium Ticket Price
The prices of tickets for matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium can differ dramatically based on the match, teams and the categories of seating. For example, if a major match is scheduled such as India vs. Pakistan, ticket prices start at about 350 AED and can run over 1,500 AED for the premium seats. While general admission options are available, along with cheaper categories, those are also the first to sell out for high-demand matches. Ticket sales are generally through the official online portals, and sometimes available at the stadium box office, closer to the match date.
Dubai international cricket stadium Location
The stadium is located strategically in the heart of Dubai Sports City on Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road. This means that it is accessible by public transport: For instance, a metro ride from any point in Dubai can be combined with any one of the bus routes that go to the stadium-well within reach of any fan in Dubai! The closest metro stations are Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Internet City; from either of these stations, one can proceed to the venue by bus or taxi. For parking, the venue has space available for cars.
Other Dubai Cricket Stadium Name List
Here are other cricket stadiums in and around Dubai / UAE:
- Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium (Sharjah)
- Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium (Abu Dhabi)
- Sometimes The Sevens Stadium is used for smaller matches (though it’s more multi-purpose)
