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UFC

Get the latest UFC news, fight results and expert MMA analysis with comprehensive coverage of major fight cards, Abu Dhabi Etihad Arena events, championship bouts, fighter profiles and regional combat sports developments. Abu Dhabi is firmly established as a global capital for combat sports — hosting historic pay-per-view spectacles and electrifying fight nights at the world-class Etihad Arena on Yas Island. Stay up to date with unrivalled reporting on every major fight card, title bout and ranking shift across all weight divisions, featuring exclusive fighter interviews, pre-fight weigh-in drama, press conference highlights and post-fight technical analysis. Follow specialised coverage on the rise of Arab and regional MMA talent, tracking their journey onto the global stage alongside international superstars and Hall of Fame legends.

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