UFC Fight Night Announcement: The event will take place on February 1, 2025, at the anb Arena in Riyadh as part of the Riyadh Season festivities, featuring top-tier MMA action.
Riyadh, January 4, 2025 – Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has officially announced the upcoming UFC Fight Night event, set to take place on February 1, 2025, at the anb Arena in Riyadh. This high-octane spectacle will be a key highlight of the Riyadh Season festivities, further solidifying the Kingdom’s growing reputation as a global hub for premier sports and entertainment events.
The announcement comes with great excitement as the UFC Fight Night promises to deliver world-class mixed martial arts (MMA) action, showcasing some of the best talent from around the world. Tickets for this highly anticipated event are now available for purchase through the official WeBook platform, allowing fans to secure their seats for what is expected to be a thrilling evening of combat sports.
The event’s fight card is packed with exhilarating matchups featuring top-tier fighters. Among the standout bouts is a clash between Said Nurmagomedov of Dagestan and Vinicius Oliveira "LokDog" from Brazil. This fight is expected to be an exciting display of skill and technique, with both fighters having a reputation for explosive performances. Another intriguing matchup features Muhammad Naimov from Tajikistan facing Kaan Ofli of Australia, both looking to prove themselves on the global stage.
Terrance McKinney (USA) will take on Damir Hadžović (Denmark) in a highly anticipated showdown, while Bogdan Grad of Austria faces Lucas Alexander from Brazil. In another exciting contest, Fares Ziam from France will square off against Mike Davis of the USA, and Hamdy Abdelwahab from Egypt will challenge Jamal Pogues (USA), bringing an international flair to the event.
One of the most eagerly awaited matchups will see Shamil Gaziev of Bahrain take on Thomas Petersen from the United States, while Jordan Leavitt (USA) faces off against Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady (USA).
The main card promises to be equally thrilling, with a standout heavyweight bout between Sergei Pavlovich (Russia) and Jairzinho Rozenstruik "Bigi Boy" of Suriname, both of whom are known for their explosive knockout power. Fans will also witness a crucial middleweight matchup between Ikram Aliskerov from Dagestan and Andre Muniz from Brazil, two fighters with impressive records and a determination to make their mark in the division.
With an action-packed lineup featuring a mix of established fighters and emerging stars, the UFC Fight Night in Riyadh is set to offer fans an unforgettable experience. The event forms part of the Riyadh Season, a months-long celebration of entertainment, culture, and sport, which has become one of the Kingdom's flagship events. It will showcase Riyadh’s ability to host world-class sporting spectacles, with fans from across the globe expected to flock to the anb Arena for the occasion.
As the Kingdom continues to diversify its entertainment offerings in line with its Vision 2030 objectives, events like UFC Fight Night play a crucial role in positioning Saudi Arabia as a leading destination for international sports tourism. The evening will not only bring together top MMA talent but also spotlight Riyadh’s growing influence on the global sports landscape, attracting fans and athletes from every corner of the world.