Have you heard about the biggest esports and gaming event to ever come to Abu Dhabi?

The Etihad Arena will welcome eight of the world’s best esports teams for the BLAST Premier World Finals 2022, where they’ll all be battling to win a share of the $1 million prize pool and to be named champions of the world in Counter-Strike.

The event is taking place Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th December, and there’ll also be a Gaming Fan Zone for you to experience all different types of gaming.

Here’s what to expect at the BLAST Premier World Finals:

Meet & Greet YouTubers Superstars and Pro Gamers

• In the BLAST Gaming Zone you’lll find influencers and pro players like YouTube star Banderita and former FIFA World Champion MSDossary
• Other influencers from across the regional will also be in attendance where they’ll be undertaking challenges, doing meet and greets and signing autographs in the BLAST Gaming Zone
• For a chance to meet and greet players from the 8 competing teams grab yourself a hospitality ticket

Win Prizes & Experience the Future of Gaming

• There will be opportunities for you to show your skills and win prizes in the BLAST gaming zone
• Experience the first versions of upcoming games from local game studios
• Visit booths and stands from Acer, BenQ and Geekay, and visit regional gaming and esports teams Falcons, Nigma and NASR

Games Industry Connections

• Join staff from local game developers and studios to network and exchange ideas, develop relationships, establish contacts and playtest upcoming games from Abu Dhabi.

And for the main event…

Experience World Class Gaming

• The main arena will witness the pinnacle of gaming with a $1 million prize pool on offer to eight of the best teams in the world
• Experience the sights and sounds of a passionate audience cheering on the best plays and the surprising results
• Witness commentary and analysis from the world’s best hosts showcasing there’s more to esports than just playing games

For a preview of what to expect at the event watch this short video to hear the roar of the crowd and see the passion of the fans:
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Saturday 17th - Schedule
1pm – Doors Open
2.30pm – Show starts
3.30pm – Semi-Final 1 match begins
7pm – Semi-Final 2 match begins
11pm – Show finishes

Sunday 18th - Schedule
11am – Doors Open
12.30pm – Show Starts
2pm – Grand Final begins
5.30pm – Show finishes

** Timings are subject to change based on team performance and if matches go into extra-time

Seat Category Descriptions inc. VAT	Saturday	Sunday
CAT B student ticket Student Lower Tier Seats	AED 50	AED 50
CAT B	AED 115	AED 130
CAT A Floor Seats	AED 130	SOLD OUT
HOSPITALITY GOLD Club seat with exclusive access to the Club Lounge Food and soft drink offering with access to the Club Lounge Bar where premium beverages can be purchased. Premium merchandise	SOLD OUT	SOLD OUT
HOSPITALITY PLATINUM Club seat with exclusive access to the Club Lounge Food and soft drink offering with access to the Club Lounge Bar where premium beverages can be purchased. Meet and Greet session Premium merchandise	SOLD OUT	SOLD OUT