UFC returns to Abu Dhabi for thrilling fight night

Thursday, 20 March 2025 20:40

By ARN News Staff

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have announced the return of UFC to the UAE capital on Saturday, July 26, at the Etihad Arena.

This follows two thrilling events in 2024, including UFC 308 in October, where Ilia Topuria defended his featherweight title with a knockout win over Max Holloway, and an elite bantamweight showdown at UFC Fight Night in August, where Umar Nurmagomedov triumphed over Cory Sandhagen.

Through its long-term partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi, UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, continues to bring exciting fight cards featuring top global talents to the UAE capital.

Since 2010, Abu Dhabi has hosted 20 UFC events, cementing its place as a global sports hub, bringing top-tier talent and thrilling fights to the region.

We are SO back! 👊#UFCAbuDhabi returns in July!

Register here: https://t.co/lqi0kHPgW7 @InAbuDhabi | #AbuDhabiEvents | @VisitAbuDhabi pic.twitter.com/mkOKfh6Lhj
— Abu Dhabi Showdown Week (@ADShowdownWeek) March 20, 2025

More from Sports News

India eyes 2030 Commonwealth Games as it bids for 2036 Olympics

India has submitted an "expression of interest" to stage the 2030 Commonwealth Games, potentially the perfect dress rehearsal for the country's bigger dream of hosting the Olympic Games six years later.
McLaren's Norris tops practice for Chinese Grand Prix

McLaren's Lando Norris topped the time sheet during the only practice session for Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix on Friday, with Alpine's Jack Doohan bringing the session to a halt for several minutes after the rookie driver lost power midway through a lap.
NBA's Boston Celtics agree record-breaking $6.1 billion sale

The reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics have agreed to a $6.1 billion (AED 22.4 billion) sale to a group headed by private equity firm Symphony Technology Group co-founder William Chisholm, the team said on Thursday.
UAE's World Cup dream takes a hit after qualifier defeat

The UAE's World Cup dream suffered a setback after a 2-0 loss to Iran in the Asian qualifiers in Tehran on Thursday.
Coventry elected first female IOC president

Kirsty Coventry smashed through the International Olympic Committee’s glass ceiling on Thursday to become the organisation’s first female and first African president in its 130-year history.