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Steve Luckings

Steve Luckings

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Steve is one of the of The National “originals”, arriving in Abu Dhabi in January 2008 to help launch the paper three months later. He has held a number of positions including online editor, page editor, senior sports editor and now sports editor. Steve has more than 15 years’ experience across a variety of media platforms. He writes comment and analysis on everything from football to rugby to boxing and is a regular guest on The National’s sport podcasts.
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Champion Alexander Volkanovski faces off with Movsar Evloev during the press conference ahead of their title fight in the featherweight division. UFC 333. Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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UFC 333: Abu Dhabi fight card and all you need to know

Etihad Arena to host two title fights including bantamweight championship between Yan and Dvalishvili

Combat SportsOctober 24, 2026
UFC President and CEO Dana White speaks about UFC 333. Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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ExclusiveDana White hails Abu Dhabi as ‘a very special place’ for UFC

UFC president talks about the enduring relationship with the emirate ahead of UFC 333

Combat SportsOctober 24, 2026
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski, left, faces off against Movsar Evloev ahead of their headline match at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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UFC 333: Volkanovski says Evloev has plenty, but not enough to beat him

Fighters faced off for the final time at UFC 333 pre-fight press conference

Combat SportsOctober 23, 2026
Champion Alexander Volkanovski takes part in an open workout ahead of his title fight against Movsar Evloev in the bantamweight division. UFC 321. Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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UFC 333 predictions: Volkanovski and Dvalishvili to leave Abu Dhabi as champions

Etihad Arena to host two world title fights on Saturday

Combat SportsOctober 22, 2026
Dayne “Da Hawaiian Hitman” Viernes defends his super heavyweight title in Abu Dhabi on October 23. Photo: Schiaffo LLC
Dayne Viernes out to cement status as Power Slap greatest in Abu Dhabi

'Da Hawaiian Hitman' defends super heavyweight title against Vasilii 'Dumpling' Kamotskii at Space42 Arena

Combat SportsOctober 22, 2026
Merab Dvalishvili takes part in an open workout ahead of his title fight against champion Petr Yan in the bantamweight division. UFC 321. Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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UFC Abu Dhabi: Dvalishvili has new plan for Yan and promises ‘domination’

Bitter rivals to settle trilogy at Etihad Arena on Saturday with bantamweight title on the line

Combat SportsOctober 22, 2026
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski can surpass Jose Aldo with nine title wins in the division if he beats Movsar Evloev. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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UFC 333: Volkanovski targets quick finish against Evloev in Abu Dhabi

Australian puts his featherweight title on the line against undefeated Russian at Etihad Arena

Combat SportsOctober 21, 2026
Kamaru Usman, right, fought Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi in October 2023. Chris Whiteoak / The National
UFC in Abu Dhabi: Kamaru Usman and Song Yadong added to Showdown Week

In the run-up to UFC 333, the world's leading MMA promotion is putting on two UFC Fan Experiences, including public workouts, meet-and-greets and live events

Combat SportsOctober 20, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo'S 30-day suspension took effect from the day of the Denmark match, meaning he has already served 19 days. AFP
Ronaldo handed 30-day suspension and €255 fine by Portuguese FA

Al Nassr forward will miss no Portugal games and is free to play in November's Nations League matches

FootballOctober 20, 2026
Gabriel Martinelli celebrates his late headed goal against Al Hazem that sent Al Hilal back to the top of the table. Getty Images
Al Hilal back on top thanks to Martinelli's late winner

Victory sets up a top-of-the-table clash against Al Qadsiah on Friday

FootballOctober 20, 2026
Khabib Nurmagomedov before his victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
From Adesanya to Khabib: Five memorable UFC title fights in Abu Dhabi

We take a trip down memory lane as part of the build-up to UFC 333 at Etihad Arena

Combat SportsOctober 19, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with Al Nassr teammates after scoring against Neftchi. AFP
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Ronaldo's 981st goal helps Al Nassr win as Al Ain go top of AFC Champions League

Kick-off against Neftchi Fergana was delayed after Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence issued a security alert

FootballOctober 13, 2026
Mohamed Salah has scored seven goals and provided three assists during his first seven matches for Trabzonspor. Getty Images
Mohamed Salah sets Turkish Super Lig record with 10 goal contributions

Egyptian forward has reached the milestone in only seven matches

FootballOctober 12, 2026
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland said he may give up his belt and move up a division to 'speed run' through his contract. EPA
UFC: Sean Strickland says he may quit over pay dispute

UFC middleweight champion cited the amount stars like Conor McGregor as a factor and that his heart 'isn't in MMA anymore'

Combat SportsOctober 09, 2026
Lionel Messi, left, played his final game for Argentina this week, while Cristiano Ronaldo was involved in a row with his Portugal national team. Getty Images
Cristiano Ronaldo pays tribute to Messi: 'Your story will remain forever'

Ronaldo's comment following Messi's last match for Argentina has more than six million likes

FootballOctober 09, 2026
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