The UFC’s first event in Saudi Arabia encountered a new challenge as CEO Dana White revealed a sudden fight alteration on Instagram. Originally set to feature a match between Middleweight prospects Shara “Bullet” Magomedov and Joilton Lutterbach, the bout had to be modified after Lutterbach tested positive for a banned substance and had to pull out. Magomedov will now take on Antonio Trocoli instead. This will mark Magomedov’s second appearance in the Octagon following a successful debut last year.
The lineup for UFC Saudi Arabia also boasts thrilling matchups like Robert Whittaker vs. Ikram Aliskerov and Johnny Walker vs. Volkan Oezdemir. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+. In a separate event, UFC Louisville will headline a clash between Middleweight contenders Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov, with Dominick Reyes squaring off against Dustin Jacoby in the co-main event. For live updates on both events, keep an eye on MMAmania.com.
