The UFC is in discussions to hold events in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Georgia in 2027. A source close to the negotiations confirmed the plans.
According to a source close to the negotiations, the UFC is in discussions to stage events across four Central Asian and Caucasus nations — Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Georgia — sometime in 2027. The plans have not been officially confirmed by the promotion.
The reported expansion would mark a significant geographic push for the UFC into a region that has produced a growing number of competitive fighters at the highest levels of the sport. None of the four countries has previously hosted a UFC event, making this potential run of shows a notable step in the organization's ongoing global growth strategy.
Why it matters
- All four nations are uncharted territory for UFC live events, representing a genuine first for the region.
- Central Asia and the Caucasus have emerged as strong pipelines of MMA talent, giving local fan bases a compelling reason to follow the sport at the highest level.
- Hosting events across multiple neighboring countries in a single calendar year would signal a sustained regional commitment rather than a one-off appearance.
- Because the plans remain unconfirmed, timelines, venues, and specific event formats are all subject to change.
The source's confirmation suggests discussions are at least at a meaningful stage, though the UFC has not made any official announcement regarding scheduling or venues for any of the four locations.
