This Saturday, fight fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the matchup between Robert Whittaker and Ikram Aliskerov in the middleweight main event of UFC Fight Night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The highly anticipated fight will take place at Kingdom Arena and will be broadcasted on ABC and ESPN+ at 3 p.m. ET, with prelims scheduled on ESPN and ESPN+ at noon.
Robert Whittaker, a former UFC champion with an impressive record of 26-7, is currently ranked No. 4 in the ESPN 185-pound rankings. Whittaker is coming off a unanimous decision victory over Paulo Costa in February and is looking to continue his winning streak. On the other hand, Ikram Aliskerov boasts a record of 15-1 and has won seven consecutive fights, including his last two in the UFC. Aliskerov stepped up to take the fight on short notice after Whittaker’s original opponent, Khamzat Chimaev, withdrew from the bout.
For fans looking to catch all the action from Saturday’s event, there are various options available. Viewers can watch all 12 fights on the card through ESPN+, while the main card will be broadcasted on ABC and prelims on ESPN. Additionally, viewers can download the ESPN App or access WatchESPN for live coverage. For those without ESPN, instant access is available to ensure no one misses a moment of the action.
Fight Card
The fight card for the event is stacked with exciting matchups across different weight classes. In addition to the main event between Whittaker and Aliskerov, fans can look forward to other thrilling fights such as the heavyweight showdown between Sergei Pavlovich and Alexander Volkov, as well as the welterweight clash between Kelvin Gastelum and Daniel Rodriguez. With a diverse range of fighters and styles on display, UFC Fight Night promises to deliver an unforgettable night of MMA action.
The upcoming matchup between Robert Whittaker and Ikram Aliskerov is set to be a must-watch event for MMA fans worldwide. With both fighters bringing their A-game and a stacked fight card in place, UFC Fight Night in Riyadh promises to be an adrenaline-fueled evening of excitement and entertainment. Be sure to tune in and witness all the action as it unfolds in the octagon.