Israel Adesanya will headline the UFC’s second Fight Night event in Saudi Arabia on February 1, 2025, facing Nassourdine Imavov at The Venue in Riyadh.
This middleweight bout presents a pivotal opportunity for Adesanya to regain his momentum after recent defeats to Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis.
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Imavov, with a 15-4 record and riding a three-fight win streak, poses a significant challenge for the former champion, with a potential win catapulting him back into title contention.
Adesanya, once undefeated at 20-0 and a dominant force in the middleweight division, has faced a tough stretch, including losses to Alex Pereira and Strickland in recent years.
The UFC Riyadh card will also feature several exciting matchups, including a heavyweight clash between Sergei Pavlovich and Jairzinho Rozenstruik, as well as Hamdy Abdelwahab vs. Jamal Pogues.
In the middleweight division, Ikram Aliskerov will take on Andre Muniz, while Shara Magomedov will face Michael Page. Additionally, the women’s flyweight division will be represented by Jasmine Jasudavicius vs. Mayra Bueno Silva.
This event highlights the UFC’s continued expansion into the Middle East, offering fans an exciting showcase of top-tier international MMA talent.
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