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UFC stars to train live for fans ahead of…

Mixed martial arts fans will have a unique opportunity to watch some of the UFC's biggest stars train live on Wednesday, just three days before UFC Fight Night takes place at the Etihad Arena on Saturday. Organised in association with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the event is part of an exciting week of fan activities celebrating the world's premier MMA promotion. Top Fighters to Take Part Fans can watch several elite fighters showcase their skills

UFC Abu Dhabi Returns for a Thrilling Fight Night…

Known as the world’s leading mixed martial arts organisation, UFC Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), has unveiled the return of UFC Abu Dhabi, which will take place on Saturday, July 26 at the Etihad Arena. Abu Dhabi is back after two epic events in 2024. Topuria, who will headline UFC night in October before heading down to featherweight title at around that time, blew out top contender Max Holloway 13-0 the three rounds up

UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou eyes Fury fight

UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou said he hopes to fight Tyson Fury in a crossover bout in 2023 and that there is a "70% chance" his next opponent will be the British boxer. WBC heavyweight champion Fury had suggested he would fight Ngannou when the pair spoke in the ring following the Briton's win over Dillian Whyte on Saturday. "We both want this fight, that's clear, and we respect each other," Ngannou told the MMA Hour podcast on Monday. "Probably next year it

Nate Diaz to make UFC return against Leon Edwards…

Nate Diaz is set to make his return to the UFC on May 15th, in the co-main event of UFC 262. The Stockton fan-favorite will be fighting Leon Edwards upon his return to the octagon. According to an initial report from Ariel Helwani of ESPN, Nate Diaz will face 'Rocky' in what will be the former's first fight since UFC 244 in 2019. The fight will reportedly be a five-round co-main event, the very first in UFC history. Here is the report from Ariel Helwani on Twitter: While

UFC fighter Conor McGregor handed six month driving ban

UFC fighter Conor McGregor has found himself on the wrong side of the law and has been banned from driving for a period of six months after he pleaded guilty to speeding. The 30-year-old Irishman admitted that he drove his Range Rover at 154kph in a 100kph zone in October 2017. McGregor apologised for his act and was handed a 1,000 Euro fine along with the six month ban at Naas district court near Dublin. "The speed here is in the higher end.