UFC’s much-anticipated event in Saudi Arabia is scheduled for June 22, 2024, at the impressive Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. This debut event in the country has attracted top fighters, thanks to the appealing opportunities provided by the House of Saud. Originally planned as Robert Whittaker versus Khamzat Chimaev, the main event has seen a change with Ikram Aliskerov stepping in due to Chimaev’s illness. Additionally, the co-main event will feature Sergei Pavlovich facing off against Alexander Volkov. Fans can also look forward to exciting matchups such as Johnny Walker versus Volkan Ozedemir and Kelvin Gastelum versus Daniel Rodriguez.
In the main event, Whittaker is the favorite to win over Aliskerov, boasting an impressive record in the Middleweight division and a well-rounded skill set. The co-main event between Pavlovich and Volkov is predicted to be a closely contested battle, as both fighters excel in striking but bring different strengths to the octagon. Gastelum, with his experience, is expected to secure a victory over Rodriguez, known for his striking prowess but lacking the knockout power.
The UFC event in Saudi Arabia guarantees an action-packed show with top-notch fighters competing for glory in the picturesque desert backdrop.
