In an unprecedented move that has the combat sports world abuzz, Saudi Arabia to host its inaugural Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) event this Saturday.
Anticipation is high for a series of gripping matches showcasing esteemed fighters and champions from the MMA circuit, including prominent figures from the Professional Fighters League (PFL).
Donn Davis, the founder of PFL, has hailed this tournament as a pivotal moment in the history of combat sports, foreseeing Saudi Arabia’s potential to become a hub for such events in the future.
The event will boast a lineup of renowned MMA stars such as Thiago Santos, Yoel Romero, Clay Collard, Ryan Bader, and Johnny Eblen, promising intense competition in the ring.
Participants stand to gain substantial prize money and vie for the prestigious championship belt.
In a significant stride, female athletes will also take the stage in the traditionally conservative kingdom. Notably, Claressa Shields, a decorated two-time Olympic gold medalist, will etch her name in history alongside Kelsey DeSantis as the first women to compete professionally in MMA on Saudi Arabian soil.
