
Israel Adesanya Set to Headline UFC Event in Saudi Arabia Against Shara Magomedov
Israel Adesanya is expected to make his return to the UFC on December 5, 2026, headlining an event in Saudi Arabia against Shara Magomedov.
Adesanya, a former two-time middleweight champion, has not won a fight in mixed martial arts for over three years, with his last victory occurring in April 2023 against Alex Pereira. Following that win, he faced defeats against Sean Strickland, Dricus du Plessis, Nassourdine Imavov, and Joe Pyfer.
The upcoming UFC event in Saudi Arabia will mark the promotion's third visit to the region, and it has seen several date changes. The fight against Magomedov, who has a record of 17-1, is anticipated to be a significant opportunity for Adesanya to reclaim his winning momentum.
