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UFC 242 Set for Abu Dhabi on Sept. 7; Promotion to Hold Cards in City for Next 5 Years

It's official! We're bringing #UFC242 to @VisitAbuDhabi!

Don't miss out! Here's how to get tickets #InAbuDhabi: https://t.co/OilM7VwB29 pic.twitter.com/Nkb9EHVjSh — UFC (@ufc) April 29, 2019

The Ultimate Fighting Championship has reached an agreement to hold events in Abu Dhabi for the next five years, the promotion announced Monday.

The deal will begin with UFC 242, which will take place on Sept. 7 in the United Arab Emirates Capital City. According to a release, each of the five upcoming events will feature at least one championship fight.