Get ready for the excitement as UFC makes a grand return to Macau after a decade with a thrilling fight night event. Read about the stellar venue, rising MMA popularity in China, and the top fighters to watch!
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is set to return to Macau after 10 years with UFC Fight Night Macau event on November 23. The event will take place at the Galaxy Arena, Macau’s largest indoor stadium. The sport’s popularity in China has grown significantly, producing elite fighters like Zhang Weili and rising stars like Song Yadong and Yan Xiaonan.
UFC Returns to Macau for Exciting Fight Night Event
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is making a grand comeback to Macau after a decade, with a thrilling fight night event scheduled for November 23. This marks the fourth time the UFC will be hosting an event in this special region of China. The event, named UFC Fight Night Macau, will be held at the prestigious Galaxy Arena, the largest indoor stadium in Macau with a seating capacity of 16,000.
Excitement in Macau
Kevin Chang, UFC’s senior vice-president and head of Asia, expressed the organization’s joy at returning to this incredible city. Macau, known as the entertainment hub of China’s Greater Bay Area, is set to witness an unforgettable night of fights and entertainment.
Stellar Venue
Kevin Kelley, chief operating officer of the Galaxy Entertainment Group, welcomed UFC’s return after a decade, highlighting the event’s significance as a prestigious addition to the venue’s array of international sports events.
Rising Popularity of MMA in China
Since the unveiling of an MMA training center in Shanghai in June 2019, the sport has seen a surge in popularity across China. The country has been producing a new generation of elite fighters and rising stars, with names like Zhang Weili, the undisputed UFC women’s strawweight champion, leading the pack. Notable contenders like Song Yadong, Yan Xiaonan, and Sumudaerji, along with promising prospects from the Road to UFC tournament, Zhang Mingyang and Wang Cong, are making waves in the MMA scene.
With the upcoming UFC Fight Night Macau, fans can expect high-octane action and fierce competition that will keep them on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling event!
