UFC Saudi Arabia happened recently at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Despite facing several injuries and the unexpected absence of Khamzat Chimaev, the event turned out to be more thrilling than the usual “Fight Night” event.
In the headline bout, Robert Whittaker made a significant impact by swiftly defeating Ikram Aliskerov in just half a round. Whittaker displayed his prowess with a knockout victory, confirming his status as a top competitor in the Middleweight category.
The co-main event featured Alexander Volkov and Sergei Pavlovich, former training partners squaring off in an exhilarating match. Volkov dominated the fight with his reach and striking skills, cementing his position in the Heavyweight title picture.
Another standout moment was Volkan Oezdemir’s remarkable victory over Johnny Walker with a stunning knockout punch. Rinat Fakhretdinov and Nicholas Dalby engaged in a closely contested battle, with Fakhretdinov ultimately earning a split decision win.
Other bouts on the card included Shara Magomedov’s knockout triumph over Antonio Trocoli and Felipe Lima’s submission win against Muhammad Naimov. UFC Saudi Arabia delivered a night packed with intense fights and impressive displays of skill.