Riyadh: Fighters participating in the bouts organized by Riyadh Season in collaboration with the globally leading mixed martial arts organization UFC expressed their enthusiasm and full readiness for their upcoming fights, set to take place next Saturday at anb Arena.
According to Saudi Press Agency, during yesterday's press conference, the fighters confirmed their preparedness to face their opponents. Middleweight fighter Israel Adesanya, representing Nigeria and New Zealand, stated that his upcoming fight would not affect his legacy, even if he were to lose ten consecutive fights. He emphasized that his focus is on delivering a free-flowing performance and creating exceptional moments in the fight, which he believes ensures his victory every time.
Middleweight fighter Nassourdine Imavov, representing France, stated that his upcoming fight against former champion Adesanya did not come as a surprise. He noted that after an outstanding year in 2024, he expected to face a high-profile opponent.
Regarding Saturday's co-main event, Middleweight fighter Shara Magomedov, representing Russia, expressed his full readiness, noting that his training camp was successful and had helped him reach peak physical condition. His opponent, Welterweight fighter Michael 'Venom' Page, representing the United Kingdom, affirmed his readiness for the fight, stating that it was Magomedov who had initially called for this bout.
Saturday's fight card promises an action-packed night for UFC fans. Bantamweight fighter Said Nurmagomedov, representing Russia, will face Bantamweight fighter Vinicius 'Lok Dog' Oliveira, representing Brazil. Featherweight fighter Muhammad Naimov, representing Tajikistan, will take on Featherweight fighter Kaan Ofli, representing Australia. Lightweight fighter Terrance McKinney, representing the United States, will fight Lightweight fighter Damir Hadzovic, representing Denmark. Featherweight fighter Bogdan Grad, representing Austria, will face Featherweight fighter Lucas Alexander, representing Brazil. Lightweight fighter Fares Ziam, representing France, will battle Lightweight fighter Mike Davis, representing the United States. Heavyweight fighter Hamdy Abdelwahab, representing Egypt, will face Heavyweight fighter Jamal Pogues, representing the United States. Heavyweight fighter Shamil Gaziev, representing Bahrain, will take on Heavyweight fighter Thomas Petersen, representing the United States, in a tough contest. Lightweight fighter Jordan Leavitt and Lightweight fighter Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady, both representing the United States, will go head-to-head. Heavyweight fighter Sergei Pavlovich, representing Russia, is set to clash with Heavyweight fighter Jairzinho 'Bigi Boy' Rozenstruik, representing Suriname. Middleweight fighter Ikram Aliskerov, representing Russia, will meet Middleweight fighter Andr© Muniz, representing Brazil, in a decisive fight.
The fighters conducted open workouts in Boulevard City yesterday, showcasing their skills in front of an enthusiastic crowd.