UFC is heading to Qatar for the primary time within the promotion’s historical past on Nov. 22.
The promotion introduced a partnership with Go to Qatar on Wednesday, which features a UFC Battle Night time contained in the ABHA Area in Doha.
“We’re going all over the place,” stated UFC CEO Dana White instructed reporters in New York Metropolis. “We’re been in Abu Dhabi for a very long time and we’re beginning to transfer round. Qatar is one thing we’ve been engaged on for a few years now, and we lastly received one thing accomplished.
“The UFC has been a staple in Abu Dhabi for a very long time and I believe they’ve checked out Abu Dhabi and seen the success that they’ve had there after which Saudi [Arabia] and Azerbaijan. I’ve been desirous to go to Qatar for a very long time and I’m wanting ahead to it.
Whereas there have been rumors that the promotion was eyeing a UFC occasion in Qatar on Could 17, the occasion as an alternative occurred contained in the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Now, six months later, Doha battle followers lastly get to witness their first occasion.
“This collaboration marks a big step that displays our continued dedication to positioning Qatar as a number one world vacation spot for main sporting occasions, “ CEO of Go to Qatar Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi said in a press launch. “The occasion types a part of a vibrant season of main actions, supported by ongoing infrastructure improvement and notable progress within the occasions and conferences sector. The inclusion of UFC, with its fanbase of over 700 million worldwide, underscores this strategic route and presents a novel platform to showcase Qatar’s sporting excellence and cultural richness.
“We look ahead to welcoming the UFC neighborhood and guests from all around the globe to Doha this November for an distinctive expertise that highlights our capabilities and strengthens our worldwide partnerships.”
