Organised by Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, UFC 321 to take place in the emirate
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), and UFC, 22nd UFC 321 will be held on October 25, 2025 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, further strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a global destination for world-class sporting events.The much-anticipated Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, headlined by UFC 321, promises an unforgettable celebration of the very best in combat sports and live entertainment. The week is one of the most anticipated on the UFC calendar, filled with international championship talent and high-stakes action.The event hosted in Abu Dhabi since 2010, UFC has established itself as the region's sports and entertainment scene. Before UFC® 321 arrives in Abu Dhabi on October 25, the Octagon returns this summer with UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. De Ridder on July 26, 2025, as former middleweight champion and number 5 ranked Robert Whittaker faces rising star Reinier de Ridder in a must-see showdown at the Etihad Arena – all made possible through UFC's long-standing partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi.VIP Experience packages for UFC 321 are available via On Location, UFC's Official VIP Experience Provider. Gain exclusive access with an official ticket package that can feature premium seating, VIP access to weigh-ins, all-inclusive hospitality, meet-and-greets with UFC athletes and more. For additional information, please visit UFCVIP.com to view package details.
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