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UFC 302 Returns to Newark: Get Ready for an Epic Night of Fights

Get ready for an epic night of fights as UFC 302 returns to Newark, N.J. on Saturday, June 1. Don’t miss your chance to witness the action live at Prudential Center. Get your tickets now!

Fight Card Highlights
Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez
Ailin Perez vs. Joselyne Edwards
Grant Dawson vs. Joe Solecki
Phil Rowe vs. Jake Matthews
Mickey Gall vs. Bassil Hafez

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is making its highly anticipated return to Newark, N.J. for UFC 302 at Prudential Center. This electrifying event promises to be an epic night of fights that fans won’t want to miss. Tickets go on sale April 12 at 10 a.m. ET. Don’t miss out on this incredible night of fights. Get your tickets now and be part of the action!

UFC 302: The Ultimate Fighting Championship Returns to Newark

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has just announced its highly anticipated return to Newark, N.J. on Saturday, June 1 for UFC 302 at Prudential Center . This electrifying event promises to be an epic night of fights that fans won’t want to miss.

UFC 302 marks the tenth UFC event at the renowned Prudential Center , dating back to 2007. The last event held here, UFC 288, set a new live sporting event gate record in 2023, and this year’s event is expected to be even bigger and better.

Tickets for UFC 302 will go on sale Friday, April 12 at 10 a.m. ET. Don’t miss your chance to witness the action live by purchasing your tickets at Ticketmaster.com. Please note that ticket sales are limited to eight per person.

UFC Fight Club® members will have an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets on Wednesday, April 10 at 10 a.m. ET through the official website www.ufcfightclub.com. Additionally, UFC newsletter subscribers can access a special internet ticket pre-sale on Thursday, April 11 starting at 10 a.m. ET. To participate in the pre-sale, simply register for the UFC newsletter at UFC.com/newark.

UFC President & CEO Dana White expressed his excitement about bringing another huge event to New Jersey. He stated, "The city of Newark and Prudential Center have always been great partners to us. UFC 302 is going to be fun!"

Governor Phil Murphy also shared his enthusiasm, saying, "After the success of last year’s event, we are proud to welcome the UFC back to New Jersey. Providing an excellent experience for the thousands of UFC fans attending will not only generate economic activity for the region but will also ensure that New Jersey is known as a premium entertainment destination."

Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka added, "UFC is writing another chapter of Newark’s glory here, showcasing our attractions and diversity for the latest wave of visitors. We look forward to welcoming fans from our own city and around the world to enjoy this electrifying event again."

Tad Brown, CEO of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, expressed his excitement about hosting another global pay-per-view event at Prudential Center . He said, "We proudly open our doors to the thrilling and captivating sport of mixed martial arts and its tremendous fans. We can’t wait to add to the storied tradition of UFC events in the State of New Jersey for UFC 302 on June 1."

Fight Card Highlights

Here are some of the exciting matchups scheduled for UFC 302:

  1. Middleweight Division: Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez
  2. Bantamweight Division: Ailin Perez vs. Joselyne Edwards
  3. Lightweight Division: Grant Dawson vs. Joe Solecki
  4. Welterweight Division: Phil Rowe vs. Jake Matthews
  5. Welterweight Division: Mickey Gall vs. Bassil Hafez

Please note that all bouts are subject to change. For the latest information on bout announcements and additional details about UFC 302, visit UFC.com/newark.

Don’t miss out on this incredible night of fights. Get your tickets now and be part of the action!