Coming to the land with the largest sand desert, the world’s third-largest oil producer and largest oil exporter is UFC Fight Night!

For the first time ever, the UFC is heading to Saudi Arabia and it is headlined by an intense match between ‘The Reaper’ and the Russian threat. This Saturday, June 22nd, the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh is hosting a pivotal clash between a former undisputed middleweight champion and a rising star in Ikram Aliskerov. Eager to reclaim his place at the top of the division, Whittaker is ready to give all that he has to triumph over Aliskerov. And, although the young star from Dagestan has been unstoppable, Aliskerov is more than prepared to show that he is more than just hype and can solidify his status as a legitimate contender in the division.

This fight promises to be a fascinating clash of styles and a battle of wills. Whittaker’s experience, technical precision, and well-rounded skillset will be put to the test against Aliskerov’s raw power, aggressive grappling, and youthful exuberance. Both fighters have a lot to gain, making this a must-watch matchup for any MMA fan.

You can find all the information you need to watch this UFC event live below.

How to Watch UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov Online

The UFC broadcasts exclusively on ESPN+ for the U.S., so you will need an ESPN+ subscription to watch. The fight will be broadcasted on both ABC and ESPN+, so you will need either to stream the match live.

When is UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov? Date and Start Time

UFC Fight Night will take place on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024. The main card of UFC Saudi Arabia will air on ABC and ESPN+ at 3 pm ET. The Prelims will air on ESPN and ESPN+ at 12 pm ET.

Where will UFC Saudi Arabia take place?

UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs Aliskerov is set to take place in the glorious Kingdom Arena, in the city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov Odds, Undercard

The odds for Whittaker and Aliskerov are out and the bookies have set Whittaker at -148 and Aliskerov at +124.

Here is the full fight card for the big event:

Main Card

  1. Main Event: Robert Whittaker vs Ikram Aliskerov

  2. Sergei Pavlovich vs Alexander Volkov
  3. Kevin Gastelum vs Daniel Rodriguez
  4. Muhammad Naimov vs Felipe Lima
  5. Johnny Walker vs Volkan Oezdemir

Prelims

  1. Shara Magomedov vs Joilton Lutterbach
  2. Nasrat Haqparast vs Jared Gordon
  3. Rinat Fakhretdinov vs Nicolas Dalby
  4. Kyung Ho Kang vs Muin Gafarov
  5. Magomed Gadzhiyasulov vs Brendson Ribeiro
  6. Xiao Long vs Chang Ho Lee

    Don’t Miss the Action!  Tune in to ESPN and ABC this Saturday, June 22nd, to witness this epic middleweight showdown from the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.