The UFC returns to Abu Dhabi on Saturday, July 26, 2025, with a stacked card headlined by former Middleweight champion Robert Whittaker facing off against Dutch submission ace Reinier de Ridder. The event takes place at the Etihad Arena and promises high-impact action across multiple weight classes.
UFC Abu Dhabi India Time
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Prelims Start: 9:30 PM IST, July 26 (Saturday)
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Main Card Start: 12:30 AM IST, July 27 (Sunday early morning)
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TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
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Live Streaming: Sony LIV (Subscription required)
Main Card Line-Up:
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Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder
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Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee
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Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov
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Shara Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault
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Nikita Krylov vs Bogdan Guskov
Preliminary Card:
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Amanda Ribas vs Tabatha Ricci
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Muslim Salikhov vs Carlos Leal
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Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana
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Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa
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Martin Buday vs Marcus Buchecha
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Mohammad Yahya vs Steven Nguyen
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Davey Grant vs Da’Mon Blackshear
Whittaker, a proven top-tier contender, returns to Abu Dhabi after previously fighting Chimaev in the region. Meanwhile, De Ridder rides strong momentum with back-to-back wins over Kevin Holland and Bo Nickal, entering the bout with a 20-2 record.
Fans in India can catch all the action live on Sony Sports Network or stream it via Sony LIV with a valid subscription. Don’t miss this thrilling night of fights from the UAE on July 26, 2025.
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