UFC Set for Historic Qatar Debut with UFC Fight Night Doha on November 22

The UFC is set to make its long-awaited debut in Qatar with UFC Fight Night Doha, scheduled for Saturday, November 22 at the state-of-the-art ABHA Arena in Doha. The event, held in partnership with Visit Qatar, marks a significant milestone in the organization’s global expansion and brings the UFC Octagon to Qatari soil for the first time.

Fans eager to attend can register their interest at UFC.com/Qatar to secure early access to tickets.

UFC Fight Night Doha promises a lineup of action-packed bouts featuring top UFC talent and world-class entertainment. The event underscores Qatar’s growing reputation as a premier destination for major international sporting events, joining a prestigious roster that includes the FIFA World Cup and Formula 1.

UFC President and CEO Dana White expressed his enthusiasm about the historic event.

"I’ve always said we’re going to take UFC all over the world — and Qatar is the next stop," White said. "They already hosted the World Cup and Formula 1, and now we’re bringing a UFC Fight Night there for the first time. Our fights in the Middle East are always incredible so I can’t wait to get out there."

The collaboration with Visit Qatar reflects the country’s commitment to solidifying its place on the global sports stage.

Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, emphasized the significance of the partnership.

"This collaboration marks a significant step that reflects our continued commitment to positioning Qatar as a leading global destination for major sporting events," Al-Mawlawi said. "The inclusion of UFC, with its fanbase of over 700 million worldwide, underscores this strategic direction and offers a unique platform to showcase Qatar’s sporting excellence and cultural richness."

While the UFC Fight Night Doha fight card is yet to be announced, the debut event is expected to feature some of the promotion’s most talented athletes and deliver an unforgettable experience for MMA fans in Doha and across the Middle East.