UFC returns to London this spring, as the UK hosts a UFC pay-per-view event for the first time since 2016.
since Michael Bisping retains middleweight title against old rival Dan Henderson That year at the O2 Arena, the London venue held five Fight Night cards, including two in 2022.
following a Record-breaking night at the O2 last MarchWith big wins for the likes of Paddy Pimblett, Molly McCann and Tom Aspinall, UFC made a rapid return to the arena in July,
And the success of both events has prompted the UFC to announce that the venue will stage a pay-per-view card this March.
Here’s everything you need to know about UFC 286.
when is it?
UFC 286 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
where is?
The event will take place at the O2 Arena in London.
Who is fighting?
Leon Edwards (left) defeated Kamru Usman with a late right knockout in August
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The only fight confirmed so far is Marvin Vettori vs. Roman Dolidze at middleweight, although the general feeling is that a welterweight title fight between British champion Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman in August could serve as the main event. It depends on Usman’s fitness though, as the former champion broke his hand last year.
Meanwhile, high-flying Liverpudlian lightweight Paddy Pimblett and his friend Molly McCann could appear on the card, and the same goes for Ipswich featherweight Arnold Allen.
where to get tickets
AXS and Ticketmaster are the authorized sellers of UFC 286 tickets in the UK.
Tickets go on sale on Friday 27 January at 10am GMT.
The pre-sale will happen as early as that week, and fans can Register your interest in the pre-sale here To get updates and get access.