Dubai to Host Global Mixed Martian Arts Event in 2025

Dubai is set to become the epicenter of mixed martial arts (MMA) with the launch of the ‘Road to Dubai’ championship. A new global series organized by the Professional Fighters League (PFL), the event will feature top international MMA talent and culminate in a grand finale in Dubai on January 25th, 2025, at the Coca-Cola Arena in City Walk.

The championship will be headlined by undefeated Bellator Lightweight World Champion Usman Nurmagomedov, who brings an 18-0 record to the competition. Nurmagomedov will defend his title against Ireland’s Paul ‘Big News’ Hughes, fresh off a career-defining win at PFL’s Battle of the Giants.

This global championship will not only attract MMA fans worldwide but also offer a platform for local Emirati athletes to develop and compete on the global stage. The multi-year agreement aims to support the growth of MMA in the UAE, with an emphasis on nurturing homegrown talent.