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UFC Sets July 25 Fight Night at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena

The booking signals Abu Dhabi’s role as a recurring hub for major UFC cards.

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UFC returns to Abu Dhabi this summer, the first time the world's lead MMA promotion has been back to the emirates since UFC 321 in October 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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Overview

  • The UFC, which announced the event Monday, scheduled the show for Etihad Arena on Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates.
  • Tickets will go on sale soon, with fans urged to register interest at VisitAbuDhabi.ae for early access and travel packages.
  • The promotion has not named any bouts yet, with the full lineup to be revealed in the coming weeks.
  • The event is delivered with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, extending a partnership that began in 2010 and grew during the Fight Island period.
  • Recent Abu Dhabi cards featured Reinier de Ridder’s split decision over Robert Whittaker and Mackenzie Dern’s title win, underscoring the city’s record of staging high-profile moments.