The 61st edition of the UAE Warriors Arab and African series kicked off at Space 42 Arena on Abu Dhabi’s Al Raha Beach. Over two days, 48 fighters from 20 countries will compete in 24 thrilling bouts. The action continues tomorrow with the 62nd international edition, as part of Abu Dhabi Showdown Week.
Organized by Palms Sports, and supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the Department of Culture and Tourism, the event further cements Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for combat sports.
In a statement to the Money Secrets podcast with Ahmed Elgamal, Palms Sports CEO Fouad Darwish stated, “Every event in Abu Dhabi—whether sports, cultural, tourism, or medical—delivers world-class success. Today, we’re proud that UAE Warriors has become one of the world’s leading MMA events, right after the UFC. This achievement is thanks to the hard work of our team, institutional support, and an incredible audience that lifted the energy of the arena.”
He added, “We’re honored to welcome world-class fighters from around the globe. The passionate crowd truly warmed our hearts and rewarded every effort we made.”
With its growing global reputation, UAE Warriors is expected to attract wide attention from MMA fans and continues to serve as a key platform for discovering future stars.