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Abu Dhabi showdown week kicks off on Yas Island with fan experiences

Abu Dhabi showdown week kicks off on Yas Island with fan experiences

By Arab News21 July 2026

Ankalaev set to face Rountree in Abu Dhabi

Ankalaev set to face Rountree in Abu Dhabi

By Arab News17 June 2026

Pico and Evloev set to collide in potential UFC title eliminator in Abu Dhabi

Pico and Evloev set to collide in potential UFC title eliminator in Abu Dhabi

By Arab News25 June 2025

Whittaker to face De Ridder at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi

Whittaker to face De Ridder at UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi

By Arab News13 May 2025

Summer fight night sees UFC return to Abu Dhabi

Summer fight night sees UFC return to Abu Dhabi

By Arab News20 March 2025

From viral YouTube clips to organized combat sport — Power Slap makes its regional debut at Abu Dhabi Showdown Week

From viral YouTube clips to organized combat sport — Power Slap makes its regional debut at Abu Dhabi Showdown Week

By Ali Khaled23 October 2024

UFC’s first Emirati fighter set to return at Abu Dhabi fight night

UFC’s first Emirati fighter set to return at Abu Dhabi fight night

By Arab News3 July 2024

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

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

By Arab News6 March 2024

Former MMA world champion fighter visits Makkah cultural district

Former MMA world champion fighter visits Makkah cultural district

By Arab News28 February 2024

Riyadh Season announces UFC Fight Night on March 2, 2024

Riyadh Season announces UFC Fight Night on March 2, 2024

By Arab News11 October 2023

WWE, Endeavor-owned UFC to merge into $21bn entertainment giant

WWE, Endeavor-owned UFC to merge into $21bn entertainment giant

By Reuters3 April 2023