Don’t miss the highly anticipated UFC Fight Night at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena on August 3, 2024. Prepare for an unforgettable night of electrifying fights and witness the next chapter in UFC history.
| Event Date | Location | Notable Fights |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 3, 2024 | Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena | Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski |
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have announced that the Etihad Arena will host the highly anticipated UFC Fight Night on August 3, 2024. This event will mark the 18th UFC event in Abu Dhabi, with the first event dating back to UFC 112: Invincible in April 2010. Last year, UFC 294: Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2 took place at the Etihad Arena, where Islam Makhachev defended his lightweight title against Alexander Volkanovski. This event also saw the debut of UFC’s first-ever Emirati athlete, Mohammad Yahya.
Abu Dhabi ‘s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have joined forces once again to bring an electrifying event to fight fans. On August 3, 2024, the highly anticipated UFC Fight Night will take place at the iconic Etihad Arena.
This thrilling collaboration was announced by DCT Director General Saleh Al-Geziry, who expressed his excitement about creating more spectacular memories for MMA enthusiasts. The UFC’s CEO Dana White also shared his enthusiasm, describing Abu Dhabi as an amazing destination for fight fans.
White encouraged visitors to arrive early and explore the incredible food and experiences that Abu Dhabi has to offer. He emphasized that ending the trip with incredible fights would be the perfect way to conclude a memorable visit.
The upcoming UFC Fight Night will mark the 18th event hosted in Abu Dhabi , with the first event, UFC 112: Invincible, taking place in April 2010. Last year’s UFC 294: Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2, held in partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi , was a resounding success. The sold-out Etihad Arena witnessed an epic showdown as Islam Makhachev defended his lightweight title against fan-favorite Alexander Volkanovski, who bravely stepped up to the challenge at short notice.
This event also marked a significant milestone for UAE’s MMA scene, as UFC signed its first-ever Emirati athlete, Mohammad Yahya. Yahya made his debut in front of a passionate home crowd at UFC 294, further highlighting the growth and development of MMA in the UAE.
Don’t miss out on this historic event at the Etihad Arena. Get ready for an unforgettable night of adrenaline-pumping action and witness the next chapter in UFC history.
