«يو إف سي 308» في أبوظبي تُبهر العالم

UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi Captivates the World

The world-renowned mixed martial arts organization, UFC, described its UFC 308 event, hosted at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, as one of the most anticipated events of 2024, exceeding all expectations. The event, held on Saturday evening, witnessed an exceptional display of talent and skill from a number of fighters who created unforgettable moments. The night was headlined by Ilia Topuria's successful featherweight title defense, securing a knockout victory over ranked contender Max Holloway. Other notable performances included Khamzat Chimaev's impressive showing and the promising middleweight prospect, Shavkat Rakhmonov.

UFC 308 served as the grand finale of Abu Dhabi Challenge Week, organized by “Welcome to Abu Dhabi,” the tourism identity of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with UFC. The week-long event, from October 21st to 27th, featured a packed schedule of fight events and entertainment experiences.

The return of UFC events to Abu Dhabi, marked by UFC 308, was witnessed by His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, along with Saud Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Undersecretary of the Department, and Saleh Mohamed Al Jaziri, Director General of Tourism at the Department. Abu Dhabi Challenge Week also included the UAE Warriors Championship, featuring a constellation of regional fight stars at the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Centre, and the sixth edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship at Mubadala Arena.

The events included a press conference, a celebratory ceremony, and a series of open workouts, bringing together global sporting stars and their fans. The week culminated with a special UFC Fan Experience at Yas Bay, providing fans with a memorable opportunity to engage with the sport and its stars.