The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is making its first depute to Saudi Arabia on June 22nd. UFC President Dana White proudly revealed on Wednesday that UFC will be traveling to Saudi Arabia. He said that the first battle in the Kingdom will take place on Fight Night, which ABC will broadcast live and for free. He announced that the main event will be former Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker vs 13-0, undefeated Khamzat Chimaev.

White expressed his happiness as Sergie Pavlovich, rated third, is set to take on Alexander Volkov, ranked sixth, in addition to bouts featuring notable fighters like Kelvin Gastellum and Johnny Walker.

The leading global organization in mixed martial arts, UFC, scheduled the first UFC Fight Night event in Saudi Arabia to take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Saturday, March 2nd. However, Riyadh Season recently announced the postponement of the event to June, to ensure “the availability of the best talent for participation.”

Besides, Saudi Arabia is on its way to becoming a significant destination for wrestling and martial arts fights worldwide. The story began with the “Toughest Man on Earth” battle between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou, which took place at the opening of Riyadh Season.

Then came the announcement of an epic showdown next month between undefeated boxing champions Tyson Fury and Alexander Usyk. Therefore, the Kingdom is looking forward to hosting more legendary matches , especially during Riyadh Season 2023.

Hosting UFC events in Riyadh holds several significant implications. First, Riyadh hosting UFC events enhances the city’s global recognition as a major destination for sports and entertainment. It establishes Saudi Arabia as a prominent participant in the combat sports and mixed martial arts (MMA) industries.

Second, it boosts economy of KSA. The country’s economy benefits greatly from the flood of tourists and visitors that come to Riyadh for UFC events. This includes revenue from ticket sales, hotel accommodations, transportation, dining, and other related expenditures.

Moreover, hosting UFC events facilitates cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and the rest of the world. It also offers a chance for global fighters, fans, and media to experience Saudi culture and hospitality. This in return fosters understanding and appreciation.

Furthermore, the presence of UFC events in Riyadh can inspire and encourage local talent in combat sports. It may lead to increased participation in MMA and other related disciplines, and the development of local training facilities and infrastructure.

The UFC, or Ultimate Fighting Championship, is the largest mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion company in the world. It hosts events where fighters from various martial arts backgrounds compete against each other in a controlled environment, following a set of rules and regulations.

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