Exciting news for MMA fans in Perth as UFC returns to the city with two thrilling events. Find out all the details about the upcoming UFC 305 at RAC Arena on August 18 and the partnership between UFC and Tourism Western Australia.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UFC 305 | August 18 |
Tourism Western Australia has partnered with UFC to bring back the MMA fight action to Perth. UFC 305, scheduled to take place at RAC Arena on August 18, will mark the third time Perth hosts a UFC Pay-Per-View event. This follows the success of previous events, including UFC 221: ROMERO vs. ROCKHOLD in February 2018 and UFC 284: MAKHACHEV vs. VOLKANOVSKI in February 2023. The return of UFC to Perth is highly anticipated after the record-breaking success of UFC 284, which injected millions into the local economy and attracted thousands of visitors to the region. Stay tuned for the announcement of fighter match-ups for UFC 305.
UFC Returns to Perth
Tourism Western Australia has announced a thrilling partnership with UFC, bringing back the MMA fight action to Perth . The multiyear agreement includes two events, with UFC 305 scheduled to take place at RAC Arena on August 18. This marks the third time Perth will host a UFC Pay-Per-View event, following the successful UFC 221: ROMERO vs. ROCKHOLD in February 2018 and the recent UFC 284: MAKHACHEV vs. VOLKANOVSKI in February 2023.
Under this new partnership, UFC will collaborate closely with Tourism WA to bring an additional mixed martial arts event to the city. The return of UFC to Perth is highly anticipated, following the record-breaking success of UFC 284, which generated significant revenue and attracted thousands of visitors to the region.
UFC CEO, Dana White, expressed his excitement about returning to Perth , stating, " Perth , I am so excited to be coming back! After a record-breaking event in 2023, I can’t wait to bring another massive pay-per-view to Western Australia." The previous UFC event in 2023 broke RAC Arena records and contributed an estimated $42.8 million to the local economy, showcasing the popularity and economic impact of UFC events.
WA Premier Roger Cook also expressed his enthusiasm, calling the return of UFC to Perth a major coup for Western Australia. He highlighted the success of UFC 284, which injected millions into the local economy, and acknowledged the dedicated fan base that UFC has garnered over the years.
Fighter match-ups for UFC 305 will be announced at a later date. Sportsnet Holidays is offering UFC travel packages starting today, and VIP Experience packages will soon be available via On Location, UFC’s Official VIP Experience Provider.
Australia has been a significant market for UFC since 2010, with 17 live events held across various cities, including Sydney, Melbourne, Perth , Brisbane, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast.
