About event
Date
25 July
Time
20:00
Duration
~ 2 hours
Place
Etihad Arena
One of the most anticipated light heavyweight fights this summer will feature the return of a former UFC champion. At the famous Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, Russian fighter Magomed Ankalaev will face American Khalil Rountree in the main event of UFC Fight Night. This isn't just another fight — it's a battle for the right to have another shot at the championship, and both fighters understand that. Tickets for UFC Fight Night (Ankalaev vs. Rountree) are now on sale.
Magomed Ankalaev is one of the most famous Russian fighters in UFC history. In March 2025, at UFC 313, he won the light heavyweight championship belt with a unanimous decision victory over Alex Pereira. It seemed a new era had begun, but in October of that year, at UFC 320, the Brazilian gained revenge, knocking out Ankalaev in the first round. This fight proved to be the Russian's last – now comes a time of rebirth.
Khalil Rountree is an American light heavyweight with an impressive fighting resume: 15 wins in 23 fights, known for his powerful striking technique. He is also coming off a loss – in October 2025, at UFC 320, he was knocked out in the third round by Czech Jiri Prochazka. Thus, both participants in the main event of Fight Night in Abu Dhabi emerge from the shadow of failure with the same fuel in the tank: the desire to prove that they have not yet said their last word in the elite of world MMA.
Ticket prices
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