The popular UFC event ‘Fight Island’ will take place in Yas Island, near Dubai, on the Gulf of Aqaba. In addition to the fight between former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker and former lightweight champion Dan Henderson, the event is also expected to feature a vacant flyweight title rematch between Deiveson Figueiredo and Joseph Benavidez. Another notable event planned for ‘Fight Island’ is a heavyweight title bout between Alexander Gustafsson and Fabricio Werdum.
Yas Island
The Ultimate Fighting Championship held a series of events on the island of Abu Dhabi in 2021. These events were timed to coincide with a COVID-19 pandemic. This event is a popular attraction for many people, as the island is an iconic location for MMA. In addition to the UFC, the island is also home to other major events such as the Abu Dhabi Marathon and the Abu Dhabi Film Festival.
The UFC has partnered with the Abu Dhabi government to develop an island for its events. The island is just 55 percent complete, but it’s still worth billions of dollars to promote Abu Dhabi worldwide. The island has all the infrastructure needed to hold major events, including a race track. The island has the infrastructure for a full-fledged Octagon. It’s unclear how many fighters from other countries will participate, but the island’s location and other details remain a secret.
UFC 251 will be held on the island on July 11, with a weeklong event on the island following on July 15. It’ll also host two additional events on consecutive Saturdays on July 18 and 25. There will be three title fights at UFC 251. A rematch between former strawweight champions Cynthia Calvillo and Jessica Eye will be the main attraction at UFC 251. Karl Roberson and Marvin Vettori will settle their feud. The UFC is also adding a golf course and an arena to the island for training.
UFC Fight Island
The latest rumors are that the UFC is planning to hold its events on “Fight Island.” This new venue is slated to have a small arena, where fighters will train, and an Octagon on the beach. The plan has caused controversy, however, as former UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal has claimed that he isn’t paid fairly by the UFC. A third test is expected to be conducted to verify the results of the first two tests.
According to Dana White, Fight Island will host events on July 11. The date of the event on July 11 is unknown, but it is expected that the card will feature a battle between Dustin Poirier and Dan Hooker. The main event on July 27 will feature Poirier and Benavidez in a title fight. For the first event on Fight Island, fans will have a chance to watch the main card of both fighters’ fights.
Abu Dhabi will be a suitable venue for the UFC. The country’s recent relaxation of quarantine policies and international flight restrictions will be an ideal location for the inaugural event. Moreover, Dana White is known for finding creative solutions to a tough situation. This time, White revealed plans for “Fight Island” on ESPN’s First Take. The “Fight Island” location will house four events including UFC 251 and UFC Fight Nights.
MMA on Yas Island
A UFC announcement reveals that the event will be held on a 10-square-mile (25 square-kilometer) island, with all facilities and arenas exclusive to the athletes. This will help combatants avoid any travel restrictions, including those related to Coronavirus. Yas Island is already a massive entertainment complex 30 minutes from the capital of the UAE. The island is also home to the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. However, the event is not without controversy.
The first UFC event took place in July and was attended by hundreds of thousands of spectators. UFC president Dana White announced that the event would be held on an island. But the dream never materialized, and the MMA world grew suspicious when it learned of the coronavirus outbreak. As a result, the island has become a destination for tourists and locals alike. In addition, UFC events will be broadcasted live, with the broadcaster providing commentary.
While UFC has a unique license to use the island, it will not own it. Abu Dhabi government owns the island, and UFC has partnered with the city to build the necessary infrastructure. While the UFC gets a free attraction to bring tourists to the island, Abu Dhabi also gains a global exposure for its brand. It will have an edge over competitors in the world. However, the question remains whether the event will bring a positive effect on tourism to the country.
Coronavirus pandemic on Yas Island
The Ultimate Fighting Championship recently announced that it would move its upcoming UFC event to Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island. The move will ease travel problems for international fighters. According to UFC president Dana White, the move was made after the UFC cancelled six events last month. The UFC has been staging events behind closed doors in Florida and Las Vegas, where there is little to no crowd. The social distancing measures are intended to protect the public from the spread of COVID-19.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is joining the international community in helping India cope with the scourge of coronavirus. It has pledged to provide medical supplies, and prominent buildings in the country have lit up in the tricolour. The latest example is on Yas Island, where two five-star hotels have closed their doors, pending the resolution of the disease. This show of solidarity is necessary in times of crisis, and a prolonged public health crisis could have a negative impact on the UAE’s economy.
The island also offers a variety of leisure activities, including indoor skydiving and wall climbing. Visitors can try all of these activities and experience excitement and fun. There are also award-winning theme parks, world-class shopping and dining, and a renowned links golf course. The island also offers numerous indoor and outdoor concert venues, and visitors’ services. So you’re bound to find something you’ll enjoy during your stay.
Testing for fighters entering
UFC has announced that it is implementing rigorous virus and bacterial testing for its fighters entering the fight island. This will take place before the fight and several times before the event. The fight island is a new location and will be different from its previous locations. UFC will be keeping all its facilities inside a “Safe Zone,” where only event personnel can enter. This includes event personnel, athletes and coaches. The “Safe Zone” is in an area that has been designated as a zero-risk zone for people living in Abu Dhabi.
The island will host UFC events for two weeks, with 22 charter flights carrying 630 people during each event. A total population of about 2,500 people will be on the island at any given time. There will be three medical facilities and 17 medical personnel on the island, as well as strict social distancing and privacy. There will also be nightly temperature screenings. The island will feature multiple training facilities and seven hotels for fans.
Testing for fighters entering fight island
Testing for fighters leaving Yas Island
The UFC has stepped up its coronavirus testing protocols for its upcoming events. More testing will be done at the event itself, but the UFC will also require fighters to undergo the tests before they leave their countries. This move is especially relevant considering that the UFC is planning to hold four events in Yas Island, which has been dubbed ‘Fight Island’ by fans. The island is an international venue that will enable fighters from around the world to compete.
The UFC will be building a “Fight Island” on Yas Island, a man-made island in Abu Dhabi. This island will also house three theme parks, with a fourth one under construction. It also includes a golf course, seven hotels, and a stadium. Testing for fighters leaving Yas Island will take place in the days before the fights begin. Fighters will have to be quarantined for up to 48 hours before they are allowed to leave the island.
UFC Fight Island will be a safe zone for event personnel and athletes. More than a thousand event personnel have been quarantined since June 19 to ensure their health. They have also undergone three COVID-19 tests. The area surrounding the island is being sanitized for more than 1,500 people to keep everyone safe. Those quarantined in the ‘Safe Zone’ will have limited contact with the local population, but the event staff and athletes will be allowed to be in close contact with them.
