The UFC has officially announced it will hold a tournament in Belgrade, Serbia on August 1. This represents the promotion's first event in the country. No specific fights or venue details were provided in the initial announcement. The card will likely be a Fight Night event rather than a pay-per-view. This continues the UFC's expansion into new international markets in Eastern Europe. Serbian MMA fans will have the opportunity to see live UFC action for the first time.
The UFC has officially announced it will stage an event in Belgrade, Serbia on August 1, marking the promotion's first-ever show in the country.
No specific bouts or venue details were included in the initial announcement, and the card is expected to be a Fight Night event rather than a pay-per-view offering.
Why it matters
- Belgrade becomes the latest city in Eastern Europe to host a UFC event, continuing the promotion's push into new international markets
- Serbian MMA fans will have the opportunity to attend live UFC action on home soil for the first time
- Further fight and venue details are expected to be confirmed in the weeks ahead as the card takes shape
