UFC Fight Night set for Aug. 3, 2024, in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island

ABU DHABI: The Ultimate Fighting Championship, a Mixed Martial Arts organization, and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, announced on Wednesday that Etihad Arena will host the UFC Fight Night on Aug. 3, 2024.
The UFC’s return to the UAE capital marks the second event of its type in less than a year.
Abu Dhabi’s DCT Director General Saleh Al-Geziry said: “This is a major milestone in our ongoing partnership. Some of the most iconic moments in UFC history have taken place during epic Fight Nights — and we are excited to create more spectacular memories for MMA fans.”
UFC’s CEO Dana White said: “I’m excited to bring another EPIC event. 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.”
The UFC Fight Night will be the 18th event in Abu Dhabi, dating back to UFC 112: Invincible in April 2010.
Last year, UFC, in partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi, hosted UFC 294: Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2, where a sold-out Etihad Arena witnessed Islam Makhachev defend his lightweight title against UFC’s featherweight champion and fan favorite Alexander Volkanovski, who stepped up to the challenge at late notice.
The UAE’s MMA continues to develop as UFC signed its first-ever Emirati athlete, Mohammad Yahya, who debuted in front of a home crowd at UFC 294.