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Arab News
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Summer fight night sees UFC return to Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: The world's premier mixed martial arts organization, Ultimate Fighting Championship, has announced its return to Abu Dhabi this summer. The summer fight night, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism, will take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island on July 26. UFC's return to the UAE capital follows two spectacular events last year. In August, fans were treated to an elite bantamweight showdown at UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs Nurmagomedov, where Umar Nurmagomedov secured a hard-fought victory over Cory Sandhagen with a five-round decision. Then, in October, UFC 308: Topuria vs Holloway saw Spain's Ilia Topuria defend his featherweight title with a stunning third-round knockout over top contender Max Holloway. With 20 events held in the emirate since 2010, UFC has become a mainstay in the region's sports and entertainment calendar through its long-term partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi. The upcoming fight card for Yas Island will be announced in the coming weeks.
Al Etihad
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UFC returns to Abu Dhabi for thrilling fight night on July 26
20 Mar 2025 19:18 ABU DHABI (WAM)The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), and UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organisation, have announced the return of UFC to Abu Dhabi on Saturday, 26th July, at the Etihad returns to Abu Dhabi following two spectacular events in 2024. In October, UFC 308: Topuria vs Holloway featured Spain's Ilia Topuria defending his featherweight title with a stunning third-round knockout over top contender Max Holloway. In August, fans were treated to an elite bantamweight showdown at UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs Nurmagomedov, where Umar Nurmagomedov secured a hard-fought victory over Cory Sandhagen with a five-round decision. With 20 events held in the emirate since 2010, UFC has become a mainstay in the region's sports and entertainment calendar. Through its long-term partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi, UFC continues to bring exciting fight cards featuring top global talents to the UAE capital. With a passionate fan base and state-of-the-art venues, Abu Dhabi has become a global sports hub for major events.
