UFC CEO Dana White had already hinted earlier this month that the promotion was targeting Serbia, and now itโs official.
On Monday, the UFC confirmed it will host its first event in the country with a Fight Night card at the Belgrade Arena on August 1.
White first mentioned the possibility during a conversation with streamer Adin Ross, highlighting the UFCโs continued global expansion. The announcement now locks in Serbia as the next new destination on the promotionโs calendar.
While bouts have yet to be finalized, several regional names have already been linked to the event or have shown interest in competing. Aleksandar Rakic, Ante Delija, Uros Medic, Ivan Erslan, and Dusko Todorovic are among the fighters connected to the card.
Additionally, Serbian-Montenegrin prospect Milos Janicic has publicly pushed for an opportunity to compete on the historic event.