The UFC will return to the UAE later this year.
Abu Dhabi has announced a five-year partnership with the world’s top mixed martial arts promotion company.
It's been confirmed that the capital will play host to UFC 242 on September 7.
Although the fight card is yet to be confirmed, reigning lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov earlier this month said he is in talks with the UFC to hold an event in Abu Dhabi.
Al Ain crush Al Nassr in AFC Champions League Elite opener
Al Ain thrashed Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr 4-0 at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on Tuesday in the opening-round fixture of the AFC Champions League Elite.
Samson, Reddy lead India to series-clinching win over Afghanistan
Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson struck 57 and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy took three wickets as India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets in the second Twenty20 in Delhi on Tuesday to seal an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
Allianz Arena, Camp Nou to host Champions League finals
The Allianz Arena in Munich and Camp Nou in Barcelona will host Champions League finals in 2028 and 2029, European football's governing body UEFA said on Tuesday.
Australia beat Zimbabwe in first ODI as Renshaw shines
Australia’s Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century while Nathan Ellis took five wickets to guide their side to a 59-run win over hosts Zimbabwe on Tuesday in the first clash of their three-match series.
Leeds thrash Newcastle to climb to third in Premier League
Leeds United has climbed to third in the Premier League after a dominant 4-1 victory over Newcastle United on Monday.
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