The event will kick off with the prelims at 8 PM, followed by the main card at 11 PM on August 3.
StarzPlay, the subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, has announced that it will stream UFC Fight Night scheduled to take place at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on August 3, 2024. This event marks the 18th UFC event hosted in Abu Dhabi since UFC 112: INVINCIBLE in April 2010.
The event is presented in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), underscoring Abu Dhabi’s commitment to attracting global audiences and showcasing its appeal. This collaboration highlights the emirate’s growing reputation as a hub for international sports and entertainment.
The action-packed night will begin with prelims at 8 PM, followed by the main card at 11 PM. The main event features a bantamweight bout between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. Other notable fights include a light heavyweight clash between Johnny Walker and Magomed Ankalaev, and a featherweight showdown between Alex Caceres and Giga Chikadze. The prelims will showcase rising stars like Shavkat Rakhmonov versus Neil Magny in a welterweight bout and Amanda Ribas against Angela Hill in a strawweight contest.
H.E. Saleh Al Geziry, Director General of Tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), said: “We’re excited to bring UFC Fight Night to Abu Dhabi, showcasing the world’s best fighters to fans across the Middle East. Hosting yet another UFC event in less than a year adds to Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for sporting events and attracts MMA fans from around the world to the emirate. Our partnership with UFC adds to our proven track record of hosting major global sports competitions and events and solidifies Abu Dhabi as a world capital for combat sport.”
Emirati fighter Mohammad Yahya, the first Emirati to compete in the UFC, will return to the Octagon to face Brazilian Kaue Fernandes in a lightweight bout. Yahya, with a professional record of 12-4, will be fighting in front of his home crowd, aiming for his first UFC victory.
Dana White, CEO of UFC, added: “I love everything about Abu Dhabi and I’m excited to bring another UFC event there. Abu Dhabi is an amazing destination, especially if you are a fight fan. I tell everyone to fly in early, check out the amazing food and experiences Abu Dhabi has to offer, and then end the trip with incredible fights.”
Maaz Sheikh, CEO of StarzPlay, commented: “We are proud to continue our support for UFC and bring this thrilling event to our subscribers. UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi is a testament to the city’s dynamic sports culture and its ability to host major international events. Our viewers can look forward to an action-packed night of top-tier MMA action, available live and exclusive on StarzPlay.”
