Dana White Announces Good News for UFC Fans in Europe for UFC 254
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Dana White spoke out to the media present at the post-fight press conference for “Dana White’s Contender Series 32”. White touched on several topics within the MMA news cycle, including Khamzat Chimaev’s double-booking and Nick Diaz’s return. Moreover, he revealed some key news for European fans pertaining to the pay-per-view event set for October 24.
UFC 254 will see Khabib Nurmagomedov (28-0) defend his status as the undisputed king against the interim champion in Justin Gaethje. The unification bout is set to bookend the UFC’s second outing to “Fight Island” following a successful first outing. What’s more, the headlining bout may mark the second last time “The Eagle” ever steps foot inside the promotion’s cage.
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Dana White tells all
The media in attendance grilled the long-time UFC boss for pertinent information surrounding the upcoming schedule. Rather uncharacteristically, White obliged and confirmed that the UFC would move back to Abu Dhabi. Additionally, he solidified the fact that UFC 254 will see a different airing time to suit to a European audience.
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“Yes, It’s going to be [European] time friendly. Yes, it will. It will happen in the afternoon here.”
Chiefly, Khabib Nurmagomedov being the main event fighter for the card in question has led to a significant time change. The Dagestani fighter has a massive global fan base that extends far beyond the United States. Moreover, he’s an uber-popular fighter in the Middle East and frequently trains in several Middle Eastern locations.
Not to mention, his scrap against Dustin Poirier at UFC 242 also took place in the UAE to attract a majority of his fans. White confirmed that the October pay-per-view event would align with the local time for the convenience of the people.
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The fight itself promises to be one of the most high-profile match-ups of the year given the stakes involved. Gaethje will be keen to put an emphatic stamp on his amazing UFC run by being the first man to stop Khabib. As for the undisputed king, another dominant win will go a long way to elevate and magnify his profile.
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