UFC Fight Night 245 | ||||
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Promotion | Ultimate Fighting Championship | |||
Date | August 3, 2024 | |||
Venue | Etihad Arena | |||
City | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | |||
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UFC Fight Night 245 (also known as UFC on ESPN+ 103) is an upcoming mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that will take place on August 3, 2024, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
The event will mark the promotion's 19th visit to Abu Dhabi and first since UFC 294 in October 2023. [1]
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