About event
Date
25 July
Time
20:00
Duration
~ 2 hours
Place
Etihad Arena
The UFC returns to Abu Dhabi on July 25, 2026, and this time it's bringing one of the most intriguing fight nights of the season. The main event of UFC Fight Night at the famed Etihad Arena will be a light heavyweight bout between Russia's Magomed Ankalaev and American Khalil Rountree. This fight isn't just another lineup on the card, but a clash of two fighters who are coming off one defeat and simultaneously pursuing the same goal: returning to the top of the division.
Other significant bouts are also scheduled on the card. Umar Nurmagomedov, one of the top contenders in the bantamweight division, will face Mexican David Martinez. In the heavyweight division, Walter Walker will face Thomas Petersen, and Rizvan Kuniev will face Tyrell Fortune. In the lightweight division, Ismael Bonfim faces Axel Sol. Magomed Tuchalov will also be making his debut in the event. A packed card makes this event one of the key spots on the UFC schedule for the second half of 2026.
Etihad Arena on Yas Island is one of the best fighting venues in the world: 18,000 spectators, perfect acoustics, and circular stands with excellent views from every corner. The UFC regularly chooses this venue for its key events, and the fans in the stands always create a special atmosphere. Attending UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25 means being at the epicenter of world MMA action live.
Date and Venue
July 25, 2026. Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE — the venue for UFC Fight Night with the main event Ankalaev vs. Rountree.
Ticket Prices
Ticket prices vary by sector and distance from the octagon. Use the interactive Etihad Arena map on our website to compare options and choose the right seats.
UFC Tickets in Abu Dhabi on July 25: Choose Your Seats Online
UFC Tickets in Abu Dhabi are available to order now. Choose your seats on the map, enter your contact information, and complete payment. Your e-tickets will be emailed to you instantly — present the QR code at the entrance to Etihad Arena.