UFC 333 set to be held on October 24 at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi

UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organisation, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), on Saturday announced the return of the Octagon to Abu Dhabi with UFC 333 at Etihad Arena on Saturday, October 24.

Abu Dhabi Showdown Week returns to Yas Island this October with another unforgettable week of world-class MMA and fan experiences. Fans are encouraged to register their interest early at VisitAbuDhabi.ae for the best chance to secure tickets, along with exclusive hotel packages for traveling fans.

With more than 20 events staged in Abu Dhabi since 2010, UFC has become a fixture on the region's sporting calendar. Recent events have continued to reinforce Abu Dhabi's status as one of the sport's premier destinations, with July's UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs De Ridder last year delivering an unforgettable night of action, followed by Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, which culminated in UFC 321, headlined by Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane.