UFC CEO Dana White Reveals Epic Main Event for Historic Saudi Arabia Debut
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is poised to make history with its inaugural event in Saudi Arabia, promising fans a night of legendary matchups and unforgettable moments. UFC CEO Dana White took to X to announce the first main event set for this historic occasion, scheduled to take place on June 22.
In a groundbreaking move, the event will be broadcast live and free on ABC in the United States, ensuring fans worldwide can witness the action-packed spectacle.
White revealed that the headline bout will feature former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker squaring off against the undefeated rising star Khamzat Chimaev. This highly anticipated clash is expected to have significant implications for the middleweight title picture, with the winner likely to stake their claim for a title shot.
But that’s not all. White also unveiled four more thrilling matchups set to electrify audiences in Saudi Arabia.
In the co-main event, fans can anticipate a showdown between Sergei Pavlovich and Alexander Volkov. With Volkov riding a three-fight winning streak, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle as he seeks to ascend to title contention with a decisive victory.
Welterweight contenders Kelvin Gastelum and Daniel Rodriguez are slated to collide in a fierce encounter, both eager to bounce back from recent setbacks and reassert their dominance in the division.
Adding to the excitement, Brazilian light heavyweight Johnny Walker makes his return to face former title challenger Volkan Oezdemir. As both fighters aim to climb the ranks, their clash promises to deliver fireworks inside the Octagon.
Rounding out the lineup, undefeated prospect Shara Magomedov will make his sophomore appearance in the UFC, taking on Ihor Potieria. With the spotlight shining bright on Saudi Arabia, Magomedov aims to showcase his talent on this historic stage.
As anticipation builds for the UFC’s first visit to Saudi Arabia, fight fans worldwide can expect an unforgettable event filled with adrenaline-pumping action and memorable moments.
