Cheima Moufdil
The UFC is gearing up for an electrifying night of fights as it returns to Abu Dhabi on October 26 for UFC 308. The highly anticipated event will feature an exciting main card that includes a championship clash between UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and former titleholder Max Holloway, alongside a co-main event that pits Robert Whittaker against undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev.
Topuria vs. Holloway: A Championship Showdown
Ilia Topuria (145-pound titleholder) will defend his championship belt for the first time after his stunning victory over Alexander Volkanovski. Topuria has quickly risen to prominence with his dynamic fighting style and impressive grappling skills. He faces Max Holloway, a former featherweight king, who recently made waves by claiming the BMF title with a spectacular knockout of Justin Gaethje in the lightweight division. This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest, as both fighters are known for their striking prowess and relentless determination.
Whittaker vs. Chimaev: A Crucial Middleweight Clash
The co-main event features a pivotal middleweight bout between former champion Robert Whittaker and rising star Khamzat Chimaev. Whittaker is coming off a decisive victory over Ikram Aliskerov, while Chimaev last fought in October 2023, earning a majority decision win against Kamaru Usman. Both fighters are looking to solidify their status in the division, making this encounter a must-watch for fans.
Additional Fights on the Main Card
The main card will also include several other exciting matchups:
Lerone Murphy vs. Dan Ige: Two skilled featherweights will clash in what is expected to be a fast-paced battle.
Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic: This light heavyweight bout could determine the next challenger for champion Alex Pereira.
Shara Magomedov vs. Armen Petrosyan: Opening the main card, these fighters will look to set the tone for an action-packed event.
Preliminary Card Highlights
The preliminary card kicks off at 10 a.m. ET and features a variety of exciting matchups, including:
Geoff Neal vs. Rafael dos Anjos
Mateusz Rebecki vs. Myktybek Orolbai
Said Nurmagomedov vs. Daniel Santos
Abus Magomedov vs. Brunno Ferreira
Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Justin Tafa
Farid Basharat vs. Victor Hugo
Rinat Fakhretdinov vs. Nursulton Ruziboev
Ibo Aslan vs. Raffael Cerqueira
With an action-packed lineup, UFC 308 is poised to be one of the standout events of the year. The matchup between Topuria and Holloway, alongside the clash between Whittaker and Chimaev, sets the stage for a memorable night in Abu Dhabi. Fans can look forward to witnessing some of the best fighters in the world battle it out in the octagon on October 26.