The UFC returns to the Emerald Isle for the second consecutive year. Last year we saw Conor McGregor headline and beat Diego Brandao with around 12,000 of his compatriots cheering him on.
This time though McGregor is not the attraction but still the UFC sold out minutes after tickets went on sale thus proving that Irish fans have an interest in mixed martial arts (or should I say: U-F-C).
UFC Fight Night Dublin: October 24th, 3Arena
Guest Fighters: Rory MacDonald, Max Holloway & Jessica Eye
Here is a list of what the UFC are planning for Fight Week in Dublin:
October 21st – Meet & Greet Guest Fighters
Time: 18.30 – 20.30.
Location: Murray’s Bar, O’Connell Street.
Description: Informal Meet and greet session with guest fighters (mentioned above) with dedicated hand wrapping station and photo opportunities.
Ticketed via Eventbrite – https://meetandgreetufc.eventbrite.co.uk
October 22nd – UFC Pub Quiz
Time: 19:00 – 21:00
Location: Murray’s Bar, O’Connell Street.
Description: Pub quiz hosted by UFC commentator John Gooden. UFC Octagon girls Carly Baker and Kristie Pearson will also be in attendance.
Ticketed via Eventbrite – http://ufcpubquiz.eventbrite.co.uk
October 23rd – Live stream of the UFC weigh-ins
Time: 16.00 – 16.30
Location: Murray’s Bar, O’Connell Street.
Description: Live streaming of the official weighs ins.
Open to General public
October 23rd – Official UFC Dublin pre-party
Time: 19.30 – 10.30
Location: Murray’s Bar, O’Connell Street.
Description: Official party to celebrate UFC Dublin. Monster Energy will be providing a DJ, merchandise and the Monster Mad girls (fire breathing etc). Guest fighters and UFC Octagon girls Carly Baker and Kristie Pearson will be in attendance.
Ticketed via Eventbrite – http://officialufcpreparty.eventbrite.co.uk
How to watch the event:
If you haven’t been able to get tickets for the event itself it will air on TV in Ireland.
8pm – UFC Breakdown on 3e and Setanta Sports
9pm – UFC Dublin on 3e and Setanta Sports
There will also be various pubs around Dublin showing the event live.