The UFC's fourth quarter of 2024 is set to kick off with a bang as UFC CEO Dana White recently revealed the full main card for UFC 308 during UFC Abu Dhabi. The event is scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
In the main event, UFC featherweight champion will defend his title against Max Holloway. This highly anticipated fight follows Topuria's emphatic victory over Alexander Volkanovski to claim the 145-pound title. Holloway, considered one of the greatest champions in the division's history, will be looking to reclaim his title in this showdown.
The co-main event will feature former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker facing Khamzat Chimaev in a five-round battle. Originally scheduled for June in Saudi Arabia, this matchup was postponed due to Chimaev falling ill. Whittaker's recent first-round KO win over Iskram Aliskerov has set the stage for a potential title shot for Chimaev in 2025.
Another exciting matchup on the main card is the heavyweight clash between Cyril Gane and Alexander Volkov. The winner of this bout is likely to position themselves for a title challenge in the near future, with the heavyweight division currently seeing champions Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall making waves.
Additionally, the main card will feature a light heavyweight showdown between Magomed Ankalaev and Aleksandar Rakic. Ankalaev, who has been impressive in his performances, will be looking to secure a title shot with a victory over Rakic.
While the main card is already stacked with high-stakes matchups, there is a possibility of another fight being added to the lineup. Shara Magomedov has called out Nick Diaz for a potential showdown at UFC 308, adding further excitement to the event.
Overall, UFC 308 promises to deliver thrilling fights with championship implications across multiple weight classes. Fans can expect an action-packed event at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
