The organization of mixed martial arts UFC announced that the champion from the UAE, Khamzat Chimaev, will be the main participant in the middleweight fight at a major event this summer in the USA. The UFC press service stated that this invitation emphasizes the strong presence of the UAE at large international competitions, particularly in mixed martial arts, with ambitious plans for 2025.
Khamzat Chimaev, of Arab descent, will be the first UAE champion in this global organization, which has already surpassed a billion video views on various platforms, and direct translations have attracted millions of viewers due to always gathering the best fighters in the world.
Chimaev expressed readiness to defend the championship belt, noting that representing the UAE at such a major event is a significant honor and responsibility that requires maximum effort. He stated: "I am proud to represent the UAE at this great event, and I will use all my strength to win and add a new achievement in the name of the country."
Chimaev has become one of the leading fighters in the UFC, thanks to a series of outstanding victories that positioned him among contenders for the title. His participation in the upcoming main event will be a testament of importance and respect that the mixed martial arts have gained in the United Arab Emirates. The country has hosted numerous key and major UFC events in recent years, as well as other important sporting events in this field.
