Events Sport Local January 22, 2025

Fighting Week Starts in Dubai

Today marks the start of the 'Fighting Week' in Dubai, preparing for the 'Path to Greatness' championship that will be held in Cocacolala Arena. The event includes 11 fights featuring 22 fighters from 13 countries. Notable fighters include Russian Othman Nurmagomedov and Irish Paul Hughes.


Fighting Week Starts in Dubai

Today marks the beginning of the event "Battle Week" as part of the PFL tournament "Path of Heroes in Dubai", which will take place next Saturday at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. The event is organized by the Professional Fighters League (PFL) in partnership with the Department of Economy and Tourism of Dubai and the Sports Council of Dubai. On Friday, official weigh-in procedures will be held for the fighters at the Coca-Cola Arena, after which the fight card will take place the following day.

According to the press service statement, 11 fights involving 22 fighters from 13 countries are scheduled: UAE, Russia, Ireland, USA, Brazil, England, Uzbekistan, Kuwait, Egypt, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, and the Philippines.

The main event on the card in Dubai will be a fight between the world champion, Russian fighter Otmank Nurmagomedov, and Irish fighter Pól Huyze.