Don’t miss the highly anticipated middleweight title eliminator bout between Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker in Saudi Arabia. Find out all the details and get ready for an exciting showdown!
Date | Location | Main Event | Undercard |
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22 June | Saudi Arabia | Khamzat Chimaev vs Whittaker | Volkov vs Pavlovich |
Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker will face off in a middleweight title eliminator bout in Saudi Arabia on 22 June. The winner of this highly anticipated matchup will earn the opportunity to challenge the reigning champion, Dricus du Plessis. Don’t miss this thrilling fight night!
Chimaev vs Whittaker: Middleweight Title Eliminator Bout
On 22 June, Khamzat Chimaev will face Robert Whittaker in a highly anticipated middleweight title eliminator bout in Saudi Arabia. This event marks the UFC’s first fight night in the Kingdom, promising an exciting showdown between two skilled fighters.
Chimaev, a 29-year-old rising star, boasts an impressive undefeated record of 13 fights. However, he will be tested like never before against the Australian former champion, Whittaker. The stakes are high, as the winner of this bout will earn the opportunity to challenge the reigning champion, Dricus du Plessis, later this year.
The undercard also features an all-Russian heavyweight clash between Alexander Volkov and Sergei Pavlovich, adding to the excitement of the event.
Saudi Arabia has been actively investing in MMA events, with this fight night following the Professional Fighters League’s successful event in February. While the country’s sports investments have drawn criticism for deflecting attention from its human rights issues, the anticipation for this thrilling middleweight bout remains high.
Fight Night Details
- Date: 22 June
- Location: Saudi Arabia
- Main Event: Khamzat Chimaev vs Robert Whittaker
- Undercard: Alexander Volkov vs Sergei Pavlovich
Stay tuned for the ultimate clash between Chimaev and Whittaker, as they battle for a shot at the middleweight championship!