Get Ready For UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie This August
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MMA fans can enjoy a UFC beat down for the ages this August in Singapore
The world’s premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization, returns to Singapore with UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie and the semifinals for Road to UFC Season 2. Both are sure to keep fans at the edge of their seats throughout.
UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie takes place on Saturday, 26 August 2023, in local prime time at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The card will feature two of the best featherweights in the world, #2 former title contender Max “Blessed” Holloway versus #7 “The Korean Zombie” Chan Sung Jung.
The Lead Up To The Main Event
Moreover, the event will begin at 5pm.SGT, followed by the main card at 8p.m. and the semifinals for Road to UFC Season 2 will take place on August 27. It is the only tournament where the best MMA prospects from across Asia compete for contracts.
Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, the event embodies the vibrancy of the country and showcases it as an exemplary destination for international sporting events. Singapore is among a few other major international locations to regularly hold these events, including Abu Dhabi, London, Las Vegas, and New York City.
Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President and Head of Asia, said, “We can’t wait to put on another thrilling event for our loyal fans in Singapore and showcase this dynamic city. With two future UFC Hall Of Famers facing each other for the first time, this card promises to be one for the ages. We are thankful for STB’s continued support.”
Ong Ling Lee, STB’s Executive Director for Sports and Wellness added, “UFC’s continued presence in Singapore strengthens our position as the leading destination for world-class sports and leisure events. We are delighted to build on last year’s success with an action-packed weekend this August, and we look forward to UFC fighters and fans enjoying all that Singapore has to offer as a dynamic and vibrant destination.”
Get Ready To Rumble
UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. The Korean Zombie will be the fifth event for the brand in Singapore. UFC 275: Teixeira vs Prochazka in 2022 made history as the first Pay Per View event for the brand ever held in Southeast Asia and set the record for the highest gate for a Singapore Indoor Stadium event.
More information can be found on the Official UFC Website.