UFC 308 will take place in the UAE capital in October

The traditional tournament is gaining a higher level every year, so you definitely shouldn’t miss the event.

Etihad Arena – is undoubtedly the best arena in Abu Dhabi and has everything you need to host an international event for both athletes and their fans. Equipped with modern infrastructure and spacious stands. "Etihad Arena" has long gained fame as the optimal stadium for mixed martial arts. For two years in a row, the Russian titled athlete Islam Makhachev shone in fights in Abu Dhabi. There were rumors that this year he would open the tournament with a rematch with his longtime rival Arman Tsarukyan. However, the organizers of UFC 308 have officially announced that this year's program will be opened by an epic meeting between Khamzat Chimaev and Arman Tsarukyan. Russian athletes have long been the hallmark of tournaments in Abu Dhabi, so their fights can also be considered a good tradition of exciting meetings at the Etihad Arena.

Makhachev’s failed opponent Arman Tsarukyan occupies 1st place in the official UFC lightweight rankings. A native of Georgia in his youth was fond of hockey and even played in the Amur youth team, but in his later years he realized that his destiny lay in martial arts, and actively began to build a career in the octagon. Armand was even repeatedly congratulated by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin as a very talented fighter. Since March 20, 2019, the athlete also began to compete under the flag of Armenia, and in the same year he lost in battle to Islam Makhachev as part of the UFC Fight Night: Overeem vs. Oleinik. 

Tsarukyan’s opponent is also a famous athlete. Khimzat Chimaev is a native of the Republic of Chechnya. He is ranked 11th in the official UFC middleweight rankings, having started his professional career in 2018. The UFC quickly noticed the gifted fighter and signed him to a contract. On August 23, 2021, 5 months after announcing his retirement, Khamzat announced his return to the Octagon at UFC 267.

Fights of fighters in different weights – This is not a common occurrence within the tournament. This attracts even more attention to the fight, and fans of the athletes are already actively discussing who will be stronger in the upcoming confrontation. Both fighters are in excellent physical and psychological shape, and are ready to meet this fall at the Etihad Arena. 

UFC tournaments are preceded by various events such as shows, celebrity appearances, photo shoots and merchandise sales, so the opportunity to visit here will give you a lot of new experiences. So, by purchasing tickets to UFC 308, you will not only see an intense fight between two famous mixed martial arts stars, but you will also have a great time before and after the event. And the capital of the UAE – one of the most beautiful places on earth where you can simply walk and enjoy the views of the magnificent modern buildings of the Arab city.