UFC® Fight Night Doha set for debut in Qatar on 22 November 2025
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC®), the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, will bring the Octagon® to Qatar for the very first time with UFC® Fight Night Doha on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
In partnership with Visit Qatar, the landmark event will take place at Doha’s state-of-the-art ABHA Arena, delivering an unforgettable night of combat sports and live entertainment for fans across the region.
The debut marks a major milestone in UFC’s global expansion and Qatar’s growing reputation as a hub for world-class sporting events. Fans are encouraged to register their interest now at UFC.com/Qatar for priority access to tickets.
UFC President and CEO Dana White expressed his excitement, stating:
“I’ve always said we’re going to take UFC all over the world—and Qatar is the next stop. 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.”
Echoing this, Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, CEO of Visit Qatar, said:
“This collaboration reflects our commitment to positioning Qatar as a leading global destination for major sporting events. The inclusion of UFC, with its fanbase of over 700 million worldwide, offers a unique platform to showcase Qatar’s sporting excellence and cultural richness. We look forward to welcoming the UFC community to Doha this November.”
The fight card is set to be announced soon, featuring some of UFC’s top athletes in action. With its mix of high-energy competition and international fanfare, UFC® Fight Night Doha promises to be a must-watch event for both seasoned fight fans and newcomers.
For the latest event updates, visit UFC.com, and for travel information and local attractions, head to VisitQatar.com.