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Arab News
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Power Slap returns to Abu Dhabi Showdown Week in October
ABU DHABI: Power Slap, the world slap fighting promotion, is set to return to the UAE on Friday, Oct. 24 at the Space 42 Arena as part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, headlined by UFC 321. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Last year, Power Slap hosted its first international event, Power Slap 9: Dumpling vs Da Crazy Hawaiian, in the UAE capital. A sold-out crowd witnessed a showdown between two of the world's best strikers, as former Power Slap super heavyweight champion, Da Crazy Hawaiian, defended his title against No. 1 ranked super heavyweight, Vasilii 'Dumpling' Kamotskii, in a match that ended in a dramatic draw. Power Slap 9 generated more than 700 million total views across social media platforms through promotional and event coverage content and drew global influencers with 1 billion-plus followers. This marked a big step in the sport's international growth and highlighted the region's enthusiasm for combat sports. 'Power Slap has had 13 straight sold-out events, and is now heading back to Abu Dhabi, one of the premier fight capitals in the world,' said Power Slap founder Dana White. 'In just two years, Power Slap has exploded with nearly 30 million followers and close to 20 billion video views across our platforms. The Middle East is becoming a hotbed for Power Slap, and I'm excited to bring it back.'
Time Out Abu Dhabi
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
The Power Slap competition is officially coming back to Abu Dhabi
Get ready for another thunderous showdown. Power Slap is making its explosive return to Abu Dhabi on Friday October 24, as part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week – and it's bringing the heat to Space 42 Arena. Back by popular demand after last year's sold-out debut in the capital, Power Slap – the world's leading slap fighting league – is gearing up for round two. If you missed 2024's jaw-dropping POWER SLAP 9, where Super Heavyweight titans Da Crazy Hawaiian and Vasilii 'Dumpling' Kamotskii battled to a dramatic draw, this is your chance to see the action up close. The sport, brainchild of UFC boss Dana White, has exploded globally with nearly 30 million followers and a staggering 20 billion views online. Its Abu Dhabi debut pulled in over 700 million social media views and a tidal wave of influencer attention – and this year's return promises to go even bigger. Expect high-octane drama, heavyweight clashes and a crowd full of hype. The official card is still under wraps, but you can register your interest already at to be the first to know when tickets drop. Slap fighting might not be for the faint of heart, but if you're into next-level combat sports, wild energy and viral-worthy moments, Power Slap's return is one October night you won't want to miss. Power Slap founder Dana White said: 'Power Slap has had 13 straight sold-out events and is now heading back to Abu Dhabi, one of the premier fight capitals in the world.' 'In just two years, Power Slap has exploded with nearly 30 million followers and close to 20 billion video views across our platforms. The Middle East is becoming a hotbed for Power Slap and I'm excited to bring it back.' Price TBC. Fri Oct 24. Space 42 Arena, Al Raha. More high-energy activities in Abu Dhabi Brilliant summer camps in Abu Dhabi to book in 2025 It's playtime There's a Spartan Race coming to Abu Dhabi And this time, it's indoors 13 top things to do in Al Ain Animal encounters, desert camping, cultural heritage sites and more
Al Etihad
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Power Slap makes highly anticipated return to Abu Dhabi in October during Showdown Week
18 July 2025 20:48 ABU DHABI (WAM)Power Slap, the world's premier slap fighting promotion, announced the return of Power Slap to Abu Dhabi on Friday, October 24 at the Space 42 Arena as part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, headlined by UFC year, Power Slap hosted its first-ever international event, POWER SLAP 9: DUMPLING vs DA CRAZY HAWAIIAN in the UAE capital. A sold-out crowd witnessed an electrifying showdown between two of the world's best strikers, as former Power Slap Super Heavyweight Champion, Da Crazy Hawaiian, defended his title against No. 1 ranked Super Heavyweight, Vasilii 'Dumpling' Kamotskii, in a match that ended in a dramatic Slap saw tremendous success in Abu Dhabi last year, captivating both local and international fans. POWER SLAP 9 generated over 700 million total views across social media platforms through promotional and event coverage content and drew global influencers with 1 billion+ followers. This marked a major step in the sport's international growth and highlighted the region's enthusiasm for combat sports.'Power Slap has had 13 straight sold-out events, and is now heading back to Abu Dhabi, one of the premier fight capitals in the world,' said Power Slap founder Dana White. 'In just two years, Power Slap has exploded with nearly 30 million followers and close to 20 billion video views across our platforms. The Middle East is becoming a hotbed for Power Slap, and I'm excited to bring it back.'
