On the eve of the highly anticipated UFC Abu Dhabi event, fans are gearing up for an action-packed night of mixed martial arts on ABC, ESPN2, and ESPN+ from the Etihad Arena, located on “Fight Island” in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The main attraction will be a bantamweight clash between the No. 2-ranked fighter Cory Sandhagen and the undefeated rising star Umar Nurmagomedov. The stakes are high for both fighters as a victory could lead to a shot at a major title in late 2024 and beyond. The co-main event will feature a 185-pound battle between Sharabutdin Magomedov and Michał Oleksiejczuk.
Fans can check out the odds and betting options for the “Sandhagen vs. Nurmagomedov” fight on DraftKings, along with predictions for the remaining main card matchups. Unfortunately, the Nick Diaz vs. Vicente Luque fight had to be removed from the lineup due to travel difficulties within the Diaz camp.
Sandhagen, on a roll with three consecutive wins, will be up against the undefeated Nurmagomedov, who has never tasted defeat in his pro MMA career. Nurmagomedov, mentored by ex-UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, exudes confidence and has his eyes set on future title contention. The outcome of this fight could hinge on Sandhagen’s ability to defend against takedowns against Nurmagomedov’s grappling expertise.
In the co-main event, the undefeated Magomedov, boasting a pristine 13-0 record, will face Oleksiejczuk, who is seeking redemption following a submission loss to Kevin Holland. Magomedov, known for his knockout power, aims to extend his winning streak by testing his skills against Oleksiejczuk’s striking prowess.
The UFC Abu Dhabi event is poised to deliver an electrifying night of fights with both the main and co-main events offering a captivating blend of striking and grappling techniques.
