| Event: | UFC 294: Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2 |
| Date: | Sat., Oct. 21, 2023 |
| Start time: | 2:00 PM ET (Main card) 10:00 AM ET (Prelims card) |
| Total Fights: | 13 |
| Main Event: | Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski |
| Venue: | Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Location: | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE |
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates for UFC 294 in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE. A lightweight match between Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski is set to headline this event. “Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2” will take place on Saturday, Oct. 21, in 6 months ago.
On Saturday night, we’ll also watch Paulo Costa taking on Khamzat Chimaev in an interesting bout. Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker are targeted for a monumental clash that’s also slated to take place at UFC 294. Other announced fights include Nassourdine Imavov vs. Ikram Aliskerov; and Said Nurmagomedov vs. Muin Gafurov.
So who is fighting on UFC 294 on October 21st? Let’s take a look!
UFC 294 card
UFC 294 fight card consists of three sections: early prelims, prelims, and the main card. Early prelims showcase new and up-and-coming fighters. The preliminary card typically features four to five fights, ending with an exciting matchup just before the main card begins. The main card features the highly-anticipated fights, including the main event.
“Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2” is a PPV event, which means prelims and the main card will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+ streaming service. Find out how to watch the full event here.
Here are the bouts reported for UFC 294 thus far in no particular order:
Main event:
- Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski
Full card:
- Paulo Costa vs. Khamzat Chimaev
- Magomed Ankalaev vs. Johnny Walker
- Nassourdine Imavov vs. Ikram Aliskerov
- Said Nurmagomedov vs. Muin Gafurov
- Tim Elliott vs. Muhammad Mokaev
- Mohammad Yahya vs. Trevor Peek
- Javid Basharat vs. Victor Henry
- Abu Azaitar vs. Sedriques Dumas
- Mike Breeden vs. Anshul Jubli
- Nathaniel Wood vs. Muhammadjon Naimov
- Victoria Dudakova vs. Jinh Yu Frey
- Sharabutdin Magomedov vs. Bruno Silva
Please note, UFC 294 fight card, bout order, and the number of matches subject to change due to unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, but rest assured that Alexander Volkanovski versus Islam Makhachev will be just one of the highlights on this electric night.
UFC 294 time
While final details are still waiting to be confirmed, the UFC 294 preliminary card is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM on ESPN/ESPN+, and the main ‘Makhachev vs. Volkanovski 2’ card is set to start at 2:00 PM, with the main event beginning around 4:00 PM PM.
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