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Exciting UFC Fight Night Scheduled in Abu Dhabi

Don’t miss out on the electrifying UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi on August 3, 2024. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of world-class mixed martial arts action.

Date Event
August 3, 2024 UFC Fight Night at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced that the highly anticipated UFC Fight Night will be held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on August 3, 2024. This marks the second event of its kind in less than a year in the UAE capital. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Director General, Saleh Al-Geziry, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "This is a major milestone in our ongoing collaboration. UFC Fight Nights have witnessed some of the most iconic moments in the history of the sport, and we are thrilled to create more spectacular memories for MMA fans." Dana White, the CEO of UFC, also shared his excitement, saying, "I’m thrilled to bring another epic event to Abu Dhabi. It is an incredible destination, especially for fight fans. I encourage everyone to arrive early, explore the amazing food and experiences Abu Dhabi has to offer, and then conclude their trip with unforgettable fights." This upcoming UFC Fight Night will be the 18th event held in Abu Dhabi since UFC 112: Invincible in April 2010. Last year, UFC, in collaboration with DCT Abu Dhabi, hosted UFC 294: Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2 at the Etihad Arena. The event was a resounding success, with a sold-out crowd witnessing Islam Makhachev defend his lightweight title against fan favorite Alexander Volkanovski, who stepped up to the challenge at the last minute. Furthermore, the UFC continues to contribute to the development of MMA in the UAE. The organization recently signed its first-ever Emirati athlete, Mohammad Yahya, who made his debut in front of a home crowd at UFC 294. Don’t miss out on this electrifying UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. Mark your calendars for August 3, 2024, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of world-class mixed martial arts action.

UFC Fight Night Returns to Abu Dhabi

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced that the highly anticipated UFC Fight Night will be held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on August 3, 2024. This marks the second event of its kind in less than a year in the UAE capital.

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Director General, Saleh Al-Geziry, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "This is a major milestone in our ongoing collaboration. UFC Fight Nights have witnessed some of the most iconic moments in the history of the sport, and we are thrilled to create more spectacular memories for MMA fans."

Dana White, the CEO of UFC, also shared his excitement, saying, "I’m thrilled to bring another epic event to Abu Dhabi. It is an incredible destination, especially for fight fans. I encourage everyone to arrive early, explore the amazing food and experiences Abu Dhabi has to offer, and then conclude their trip with unforgettable fights."

This upcoming UFC Fight Night will be the 18th event held in Abu Dhabi since UFC 112: Invincible in April 2010. Last year, UFC, in collaboration with DCT Abu Dhabi, hosted UFC 294: Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2 at the Etihad Arena. The event was a resounding success, with a sold-out crowd witnessing Islam Makhachev defend his lightweight title against fan favorite Alexander Volkanovski, who stepped up to the challenge at the last minute.

Furthermore, the UFC continues to contribute to the development of MMA in the UAE. The organization recently signed its first-ever Emirati athlete, Mohammad Yahya, who made his debut in front of a home crowd at UFC 294.

Don’t miss out on this electrifying UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. Mark your calendars for August 3, 2024, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of world-class mixed martial arts action.