A huge MMA championship is coming to Dubai – here's how to get tickets
Bringing together some elite talent from around the world, you can grab a front-row seat to all of the action on Saturday June 14.
Transforming the Coca-Cola Arena into a world-class production, you'll get to witness a series of fights from bantamweight to featherweight and get swept up in the adrenaline-filled sport.
Showcasing both elite professional talent and rising stars, the main event of the evening will be a clash between undefeated bantamweight fighter Muhammad Mokaev and experienced talent Alisher Gabdullin, who has an impressive 15 wins behind him.
Other MMA bouts will include Mousah vs Junior in a lightweight fight, as well as Gallagher vs Soares in a featherweight event.
A special competition in the MMA world, the 971 Championship was built by fighters for fighters, powered by a love for the sport and understanding of the industry.
Set to have you on the edge of your seat all evening, doors open at 4.30pm, with the lineup to begin from 5pm.
Apart from some amazing wrestling action, you'll also witness legendary American rapper Lloyd Banks set the stage on fire with his Y2K hits.
With 14 bouts on the night featuring a mix of rising local names and international talent, you're in for a full evening of action that highlights how far MMA has come in the UAE — and where it's headed next.
The owner of 971 MMA & Fitness Academy is a Dubai-based Tunisian mixed martial artist Mounir Lazzez who competes in the Welterweight division. He's the first fighter born and raised in an Arab country to be signed on the UFC.
Get your tickets now at coca-cola-arena.com, dubai.platinumlist.net and tickets.virginmegastore.me
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