The UFC has officially announced they are headed to Abu Dhabi on April 10 for UFC 112.
The event features a double main event with two titles on the line as Anderson Silva will defend his middleweight title against Vitor Belfort, and lightweight champion BJ Penn will face Frankie Edgar.
As well, the long-rumored matchup between former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes and Renzo Gracie will take place.
UFC 112 will be held outdoors, at the Concert Arena, Ferrari World, Yas Island.
“This is one of the biggest and most significant nights in the history of the UFC,” said UFC president Dana White. “UFC 112 is our first ever outdoor event and it is taking place in the hometown of our brand new partners, Flash Entertainment. We are very happy we could deliver what fans around the world will recognise as a stacked card featuring the sport’s biggest stars.”
John Lickrish, Managing Director of Flash Entertainment–the Abu Dhabi-based company who recently purchased a ten percent stake in the UFC–also weighed-in on the upcoming event.
“Abu Dhabi has a long tradition of mixed martial arts, and hosting UFC 112 continues the country’s love and passion for the sport. We really can’t wait to welcome these elite athletes, and showcase a truly magnificent sport to the people of the region.”
UFC 112 takes place on April 10, 2010 in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Ticket details and further information on the event will be made available in the coming weeks.
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