On Sunday, 27th August, Conor McGregor will attempt to ruin Floyd Mayweather Jr’s undefeated boxing record. If you’re one of thousands waiting to watch this epic session, here are a few places that will be screening the fight.
- Cook Hall, The Westin Dubai at Al Habtoor City
Tuck into a ‘Breakfast for Champions’ as you catch the action from 6am onwards. The menu includes Money Mayweather waffles, Floyds breakfast burger, champion pancakes among other themed dishes. Prices start from Dhs 55 and includes one breakfast item of your choice along with unlimited coffee and tea. Call 04-4355577.
- Novo Cinemas
For the big screen experience, make your way to Novo Cinemas. The match will be broadcast live at 5am at the following locations: Dubai Festival City and Ibn Battuta Mall. Residents of the other emirates won’t miss out on the fun as Novo Cinemas at Sahara Centre in Sharjah and WTC in Abu Dhabi will be broadcasting live too. Tickets are priced at Dhs 74. Breakfast can be purchased in the cinema for Dhs 25. www.novocinemas.com
- Burger & Lobster, Burj Daman at DIFC
Dig into a knock-out menu while watching the fight live. Options include The Mayweathered Eggs Benedict, lobster eggs benedict served on English muffins and served with roasted baby potatoes and grilled mushrooms; The Full McGregor Breakfast, an English style fry up with chicken sausage and veal bacon; and The Protein Baby, a baby beast burger served with lobster tail, truffle mayo, avocado and poached eggs. Priced at Dhs 110, inclusive of selected beverages. Open from 4am onwards. Call 514-8838.
- Atelier M, Pier 7
Popular for its nightlife, Atelier M will be opening its doors early in the morning for the super fight. There’s a breakfast buffet available. Priced at Dhs 149 with soft beverages, tea and coffee or Dhs 249 with unlimited hops and grape beverages. Call 04-4507766.
- Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
Equipped with perhaps one of Dubai’s best screens, Barasti is offering free entry to the venue for fans who want to watch the match of the decade. There’s an English breakfast available for Dhs 80, inclusive of coffee, tea or juice. Open from 6am onwards. Call 04-3181313.
- P&B, Souk Madinat
Open from 3am onwards, this smokehouse and sports bar at Souk Madinat has you sorted with its 12 big screens and 11 TVs. For Dhs 60, you will be served delicious breakfast bites, including Money Cakes (cheesecake topped with $100 bills), and unlimited coffee. Call 04-3666197.
- Kickers, Sports Village at Dubai Sports City
The award-winning sports bar’s five projector screens and 11 TVs will ensure you don’t miss a minute of the match. There’s a special ‘Heavy Weight Breakfast’ on the morning, a buffet-style feast including items such as cereal bar with homemade granola, freshly baked pastries and bread, an egg station, and a hot buffet with sausages, baked beans and turkey bacon. Priced at Dhs 85, including unlimited coffee, tea and a fresh juice bar. Open from 6am onwards. Call 04-4481001.
- Bridgewater Tavern, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Don't miss the live broadcast of 'The Fight of the Century' where the undefeated Floyd 'Money' Mayweather will face UFC icon Conor McGregor in a boxing match, like no other! Sunday, 27 August from 7am. AED 200 per person, including unlimited breakfast from the menu. Alcohol available, not included in the package. Call 04-4143000.