It was one of the venues used for the 2019 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier.In July 2021, the ground was awaiting accreditation by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to be used as one of the venues for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
In February 2024, Ireland cricket team was scheduled to play a Test match at the neighbouring Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium against Afghanistan. However, a week before the Test, the match was moved to this venue, making it the 122nd Test cricket venue in the world.Ireland's Mark Adair claimed the maiden Test five wicket haul to be taken at the ground.