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UFC Reveals Fight Night Event Scheduled for Edmonton

UFC Reveals Fight Night Event Scheduled for Edmonton

August 15, 2024

The UFC is coming to the Alberta capital later this year.

Edmonton will host a Fight Night event at Rogers Place on Nov. 2, Dana White announced on Sportsnet Central Wednesday.

The main event will be a flyweight bout between Rose Namajunas and Erin Blanchfield. The co-main event will be a heavyweight bout between Derrick Lewis and Alexander Romanov.

Four Canadians are also scheduled to be on the card.

• Marc-Andre Barriault (Gatineau, Que.) vs. Dustin Stoltzfus
• Jamey-Lyn Horth (Squamish, B.C.) vs. Ivana Petrovic
• Ariane da Silva vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius (St. Catharines, Ont.)
• Chad Anheliger (Calgary) vs. Cody Gibson

Tickets for the event will go on sale in September. Edmonton has previously hosted two UFC events at Rogers Place, including UFC 240 in 2019 and UFC 215 in 2017.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced that a Fight Night event is scheduled to take place in Edmonton, Alberta. This exciting event is set to showcase some of the top fighters in the world as they battle it out in the octagon.

The UFC Fight Night event in Edmonton is sure to be a thrilling night of action-packed fights and intense competition. Fans can expect to see some of their favorite fighters go head-to-head in matchups that are sure to keep them on the edge of their seats.

One of the most anticipated fights of the night is expected to be between two top-ranked fighters in the lightweight division. This matchup is sure to be a barnburner as both fighters are known for their aggressive fighting styles and knockout power.

In addition to the main event, the Fight Night event in Edmonton will also feature a full card of undercard fights that are sure to deliver plenty of excitement and entertainment for fans in attendance.

The UFC has a long history of putting on memorable events in Edmonton, and this Fight Night event is sure to be no exception. With top-tier fighters, high-stakes matchups, and a passionate fan base, this event is shaping up to be one of the most exciting fight nights of the year.

Tickets for the UFC Fight Night event in Edmonton are sure to sell out fast, so fans are encouraged to secure their seats early to ensure they don’t miss out on the action. Whether you’re a die-hard MMA fan or just looking for a night of thrilling entertainment, this event is sure to deliver an unforgettable experience for all in attendance.