Abu Dhabi to host UFC matches next October

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi and UFC, the world leader in mixed martial arts, announced the return of "Abu Dhabi Challenge Week" to the UAE capital, with a program full of mixed martial arts events and experiences, most notably the UFC 281 Championship, scheduled for October 22 2022 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island.

The third week course is part of a five-year partnership between the two sides.

Abu Dhabi confirmed its ability to organize the most important world championships in an atmosphere that guarantees the health and safety of all, while embracing the UFC fights during the pandemic.

UFC 281 is unique in the return of all its live events and accompanying crowd activities in full capacity to the emirate, since the “UFC 242: Habib v Poirier” tournament, which was held during the month of September 2019. Moreover, the “Abu Dhabi Challenge Week” includes a series From audience events including concerts, workshops and interactive activities featuring the brightest stars of "UFC".

Fatima Al Balushi, Acting Director of the Abu Dhabi Events Office at the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, said: "UFC fights and Abu Dhabi Challenge Week experiences are increasingly popular with the local community and visitors, as they have become a major component of the Abu Dhabi events calendar. We look forward to hosting art stars Mixed combat and action-packed competitions, including world championship fights this coming October in the UAE capital, we welcome audiences from all over the world to enjoy live events on Yas Island, and explore our natural, touristic, cultural and entertainment experiences that make Abu Dhabi the preferred destination for UFC.

Follow our latest local and sports news and the latest political and economic developments via Google news