Where to Watch Live Sports in Ubud: The Complete Sports Bar Guide
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Looking for a sports bar in Ubud where you can actually watch the game with the sound on?
Whether you're following AFL from Australia, an NRL match, a Premier League fixture from England, a UFC card, Formula 1 or one of the world's biggest annual sporting events, travelling doesn't mean you have to miss the action.
At The Melting Pot Saloon in Ubud, live sport is shown every day across multiple screens, including an 80-inch TV and a full projector screen for major events.
From regular-season matches to Grand Finals, title fights and international tournaments, here's what you need to know about watching live sports in Ubud, Bali.
Looking for a Sports Bar in Ubud?
Finding a television showing sport isn't necessarily difficult. Finding somewhere that's actually set up for sports fans is different.
At The Melting Pot, sport isn't something playing silently on a television in the corner. Live sporting events are a regular part of the venue, with multiple screens allowing different games and competitions to be shown throughout the day.
For major events, our larger-screen setup gives fans a place to gather and watch together.
And importantly, the sound is on. That makes a difference whether you're listening to the commentary during an AFL Grand Final, waiting for the lights to go out at a Formula 1 race or watching the final rounds of a UFC title fight.
If there's a particular match you're looking for, you can also contact us ahead of time. If we're able to show it, we'll do our best to get it on a screen.
What Sports Can You Watch in Ubud?
Sports fans visiting Bali come from all over the world, which means there's rarely just one competition people want to watch.
At The Melting Pot, our live sports coverage regularly includes:
AFL
NRL
State of Origin
Rugby League
Rugby Union
Premier League and international football
UFC and major combat sports
Formula 1 and MotoGP
NFL and the Super Bowl
Cricket
Tennis
Basketball
Major international tournaments and finals
What is showing on any particular day depends on the current sporting calendar, broadcast availability and Bali kickoff times. If there's one game you absolutely don't want to miss, contact us ahead of time and ask.
Watch AFL in Ubud
The Melting Pot Saloon shows every AFL game live in Ubud, from the home-and-away season through to the Finals and Grand Final.
Follow your club while you’re in Bali, grab something to eat and watch with other footy fans. Australian fixtures often fall at convenient afternoon or evening times in Bali, making AFL an easy addition to your holiday plans.
For more information, read our guide to watching AFL in Ubud and Bali.
Watch NRL in Ubud
Watch every NRL match live at The Melting Pot Saloon in Ubud, including the regular season, Finals and Grand Final.
Whether you’re following your club throughout the season or joining friends for a big match, you can keep up with the rugby league while you’re in Bali.
Read our guide to watching NRL in Ubud for more information. For the rivalry between New South Wales and Queensland, see the State of Origin section below.
Watch State of Origin in Bali
For three games each year, club loyalties take a back seat and the rivalry becomes simple:
New South Wales vs Queensland.
State of Origin is one of the biggest annual events in Australian rugby league, and it's exactly the kind of match that's better with other supporters around you. The Melting Pot shows State of Origin live in Ubud, with match sound and plenty of Blues and Maroons supporters ready to make their loyalties known. For Origin-specific information, see our complete State of Origin Bali guide.
Watch Premier League and Football in Ubud
Australian sport isn't the only thing on the screens. Football fans can also find major matches from England, Europe and international competitions.
Coverage can include competitions such as:
Premier League
UEFA Champions League
major European leagues
international football
major finals and tournaments
European football can mean later kickoff times in Bali, particularly for evening matches played in Europe. Fortunately, The Melting Pot stays open late, making it possible to catch many of the major fixtures while you're in Ubud.
If football is what you're looking for, our dedicated Premier League Ubud guide goes into more detail about watching English football in Bali.
Watch UFC and Combat Sports in Ubud
A UFC event is very different when you're watching it with a room full of people instead of refreshing results on your phone.
The Melting Pot regularly shows major UFC events when scheduling and broadcast availability allow, including numbered cards and other major fights. Because fight cards can run for several hours, it's worth checking the schedule ahead of time if there's a particular main event you want to see.
Boxing and other major combat-sports events may also be shown depending on the event and broadcast availability. For more information, check our UFC Ubud guide.
Watch Formula 1 and MotoGP in Ubud
Prefer engines to footballs?
Motorsport is another regular part of the sports calendar at The Melting Pot. Formula 1 Grands Prix can be especially convenient to watch from Bali because many races take place at manageable afternoon or evening hours locally, although the exact time varies considerably depending on the circuit.
We also show major MotoGP events when available. Whether you're watching qualifying, waiting for lights out or following a championship battle, check the current schedule or contact us if there's a particular race weekend you're looking for. Our Formula 1 Ubud guide has more information for F1 fans visiting Bali.
Watch the NFL and Super Bowl in Bali
American sports present a different challenge in Bali: the time difference. NFL games and other North American sporting events can fall very early in the morning locally. The biggest exception in terms of demand is the Super Bowl.
Every year, travellers search for somewhere in Bali to watch the biggest game in American football, and The Melting Pot screens the Super Bowl live in Ubud. Because Bali is many hours ahead of the United States, the game takes place locally on Monday morning rather than Sunday night. If that's the event you're looking for, see our dedicated Super Bowl Bali guide for the latest information.
Rugby Union, Cricket, Tennis and More
Depending on the sporting calendar and broadcast availability, our screens can also feature major Rugby Union matches, cricket, tennis, basketball and other international sporting events.
That can include major rugby internationals and tournaments, Grand Slam tennis, important cricket fixtures and other events attracting travelling fans in Bali. If the game you're looking for isn't mentioned in this guide, that doesn't necessarily mean we aren't showing it. Ask us.
If we can get your match on a screen, we'll do our best to make it happen.
Major Sporting Events in Ubud
Some sporting events turn an ordinary match day into something much bigger.
Throughout the year, major events can include:
AFL Grand Final — one of the biggest days of the year for Australian Rules fans.
NRL Grand Final — the conclusion of the Australian rugby league season.
State of Origin — NSW Blues versus Queensland Maroons across the annual three-game series.
Super Bowl — the biggest annual event in American football.
UFC title fights — major cards can attract fans from around the world.
Formula 1 Grands Prix — particularly major races and championship-deciding weekends.
Major football finals and tournaments — from European competitions to international football.
For these larger sporting events, arriving ahead of the main action gives you time to find your preferred spot, order food and get settled before the game begins.
Watching International Sports in Bali: Understanding the Time Zone
One of the biggest questions when watching sport while travelling is:
What time is the game in Bali?
Bali uses Central Indonesia Time, known as WITA (UTC+8). That means the viewing experience can be very different depending on where the sport originates.
Australian sport is often particularly convenient from Bali, while European football commonly falls later in the evening.
North American sports can require much earlier starts because of the larger time difference.
Daylight-saving changes in other countries can also shift Bali viewing times during the year, even though Bali itself doesn't change clocks.
For that reason, always check the current Bali kickoff time rather than relying on an old fixture guide.
Can I Request a Particular Game?
Looking for a particular match, fight or race? Contact The Melting Pot and tell us the teams or competitors, the competition and the event date.
We’ll check the broadcast availability and timing and let you know whether we can show it. Asking ahead is especially helpful when several events overlap or you’re following a competition that isn’t already listed.
Food and Beer for Match Day
Watching sport is easier when you don't have to leave halfway through the game looking for food.
The Melting Pot serves Texas-style pub food including burgers, ribs, quesadillas, Texas chili and other dishes suited to a long afternoon or evening of sport. There's also plenty of beer.
The venue has 23 beers on tap, including 19 craft beers, alongside additional bottled options. If beer is as important to your match day as the sport itself, explore our complete Craft Beer Ubud guide for more information about what you'll find on tap.
Games Between Matches
Sometimes you've got an hour between games. Sometimes halftime isn't enough competition. That's where the rest of The Melting Pot comes in. Alongside live sports, the venue has a large range of games and activities, including:
10 full-sized pool tables
axe throwing
shuffleboard
darts
ping pong
foosball
air hockey
basketball machine
Golden Tee
arcade games
So if you're watching several matches in one day, you don't have to spend every minute sitting at the same table waiting for the next kickoff. Play a round of pool, challenge your friends to darts or shuffleboard, or try axe throwing before the next match begins. For a closer look at the activities available, read our Things to Do in Ubud: Ultimate Game Room Guide.
Where Is The Melting Pot Saloon?
The Melting Pot Saloon is located at:
Jl. Raya Pengosekan (Hanoman) No. 22X, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali.
We're open seven days a week from 10:30 AM until 2:00 AM, except Nyepi Day. Those long opening hours are particularly useful for live sport because matches take place across so many international time zones.
If you're looking for a particular event, contacting us before you arrive is the best way to confirm the latest sports schedule.
Watch Live Sports in Ubud
Whether you're travelling through Bali for a few days, living in Ubud or planning your holiday around a major final, you don't have to leave your favourite sport behind.
At The Melting Pot Saloon, you can watch live sports in Ubud across multiple screens with sound on, food available, cold beer on tap and plenty of other games to play between matches.
AFL, NRL, State of Origin, Premier League, UFC, Formula 1, the Super Bowl and plenty more all have their place on the sports calendar. And if you're looking for something specific? Get in touch and ask. We'll do our best to get your game on the screen.
Frequently Asked Questions About Watching Live Sports in Ubud
Where can I watch live sports in Ubud?
The Melting Pot Saloon shows live sports every day in Ubud across multiple screens, including an 80-inch TV and a full projector screen used for major sporting events.
Is there a sports bar in Ubud?
Yes. The Melting Pot Saloon is a Texas-style bar in Ubud that regularly shows AFL, NRL, football, UFC, Formula 1, State of Origin and other live sporting events.
Where can I watch AFL in Ubud?
You can watch every AFL game live at The Melting Pot Saloon in Ubud, from the regular home-and-away season through to the AFL Finals and Grand Final. If you're following a particular club while you're in Bali, you won't have to miss a game.
Where can I watch NRL in Ubud?
You can watch every NRL game live at The Melting Pot Saloon in Ubud, from the regular season through to the NRL Finals and Grand Final. Whether you're following your team throughout the season or looking for somewhere to watch one of the biggest rugby league games of the year, we've got the action covered.
Where can I watch Premier League football in Ubud?
The Melting Pot Saloon shows most Premier League matches that fall within our operating hours, from 10:30 AM until 2:00 AM. Watch English football in Ubud with food, beer and other football fans, and contact us to confirm the screening of your particular fixture.
Where can I watch UFC in Ubud?
Major UFC events are regularly shown at The Melting Pot Saloon when broadcast availability and event times allow. For a specific card, check with us ahead of time.
Does The Melting Pot show sports with sound?
Yes. Live sports at The Melting Pot are shown with sound, so you can hear the commentary and match atmosphere rather than watching a muted screen.
Can I request a specific sporting event?
Yes. If there's a particular game, race or fight you want to watch, contact The Melting Pot ahead of time. If the broadcast is available and we can show it, we'll do our best to put it on.
Can you show different sports at the same time?
The Melting Pot has multiple screens, which gives us flexibility when different sporting events overlap. What can be shown simultaneously depends on the day's schedule and broadcast availability, so contact us if there's a particular event you want to see.
Do I need to make a reservation for major sporting events?
The Melting Pot generally operates without bookings or reservations, including for major sporting events. For particularly popular finals and major games, arriving early is a good idea if you want to choose your preferred viewing spot.
What time zone is Bali in for live sport?
Bali uses WITA (Central Indonesia Time), UTC+8. Bali doesn't observe daylight saving time, although daylight-saving changes overseas can alter the local Bali time of international sporting events.
What can I do between matches?
The Melting Pot has pool tables, axe throwing, shuffleboard, darts, ping pong, foosball, air hockey and arcade-style games, so there's plenty to do between sporting events.
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