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.
Shelton wins back-to-back Canadian Opens with victory over Nakashima
Ben Shelton has won the Canadian Open for a second straight year with a 6-3 7-6(4) victory over fellow American Brandon Nakashima on Thursday, claiming his second Masters 1000 crown and picking up a seventh career title.
Swiatek defeats Rybakina to claim Canadian Open title
Iga Swiatek has captured her first title of the season with a swift 6-2 6-3 win against Elena Rybakina in the Canadian Open final on Thursday, giving the Pole a confidence boost heading into the US Open.
Dubai Police reminds football fans of stadium rules ahead of new season
As the new ADNOC Pro League season gets underway on Friday, Dubai Police is urging football fans to enjoy the matches responsibly and follow stadium safety rules.
Italy's Curtis betters own 50m backstroke world record
Italy's Sara Curtis broke her own 50m women's backstroke world record on Thursday when she won gold in 26.56 seconds at the European Championships in Paris, a day after she had set the previous record.
Bangladesh humble Australia on day one of Darwin Test
Bangladesh savoured their first taste of test cricket in Australia in 23 years on Thursday as they skittled the world's top-ranked side for less than 200 and moved to stumps in command at 96 for one on the first day of the series-opener in Darwin.
The UAE has strongly condemned Iran for targeting two vessels of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) on the Strait of Hormuz.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has confirmed two of its vessels were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening.
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has announced an urgent humanitarian response plan worth $10 million for communities affected by the earthquake in Colombia.
