12TH ANNUAL UFC INTERNATIONAL FIGHT WEEK™HEADLINED BY UFCÒ 303: PEREIRA vs. PROCHAZKA 2 ON JUNE 29

Las Vegas – The 12th Annual UFC International Fight Week™ takes place from Monday, June 24, through Sunday, June 30, with several events taking place throughout Las Vegas, including locations such as T-Mobile Arena, Resorts World Las Vegas, the Fremont Street Experience, and the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

UFC International Fight Week is highlighted by the prestigious UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and UFC X, the fully interactive, two-day fan experience. The week-long celebration is anchored by the action-packed UFCÒ 303: PEREIRA vs. PROCHAZKA 2, which takes place on Saturday, June 29, at T-Mobile Arena. Tickets for UFC 303 are available via AXS.

On Thursday, June 27, UFC hosts the 2024 UFC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at 7 p.m. at T-Mobile Arena. Hosted by Jon Anik, the annual ceremony honors contributors and athletes who helped shape UFC and left an indelible mark on the sport of mixed martial arts. Tickets to the induction ceremony are priced at $25 (not including fees), with all proceeds benefiting the UFC Foundation, UFC’s 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is committed to supporting charitable programs and initiatives throughout the state of Nevada and beyond. Tickets are available via AXS. The ceremony will be streamed live on UFC FIGHT PASSÒ.

Immediately following the induction ceremony, fans will be able to attend the official UFC International Fight Week Concert, headlined by American Rock ‘n’ Roll sensation Des Rocs! Des Rocs is a rock ‘n’ roll original, taking elements of the past and forging a fresh destiny for high-energy guitar, bass, and drums! This free event takes place at the Fremont Street Experience 3rd Street Stage located adjacent to The D Casino & Hotel.

UFC X takes place Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on the second floor of the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, one of the premier meeting and conference venues in Las Vegas. Tickets for UFC X start at $25 for one-day access and $45 for two-day access. All children ages 12 and under will receive free entry. Tickets are available via AXSUFC X is produced by global full-service cultural marketing agency 160over90.

Spanning more than 200,000 square feet, UFC X, the organization’s fully immersive and easily accessible two-day fan experience includes brand and partner activations, live stage programming, autograph sessions, and meet & greets – providing fans with unparalleled access to UFC champions and Hall of Famers, top-ranked contenders, and other UFC personalities.

Athletes confirmed to attend include Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, Kayla Harrison, Kevin Holland, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, Stipe Miocic, Brandon Moreno, Amanda Nunes, Charles Oliveira, Alexandre Pantoja, and more!

In cooperation with WWE, fans will also be able to get an up close and personal look at WrestleMania history with WWE’s Memorabilia Exhibit, displaying items such as Andre the Giant’s singlet from WrestleMania III, Stone Cold Steve Austin’s Ring Gear from WrestleMania 13, Seth Rollins’ iconic robe from WrestleMania XL and much more!

In addition, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, in partnership with UFC, hosts The Ultimates Invitational amateur tournaments, on the first floor of the South Hall. This invitational will begin Thursday, June 27, and conclude Sunday, June 29, and features the following sports entities:

  • International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (American National Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2024, June 27 – 29)
  • USA Boxing (Battle Born Showdown 2024; sanctioned by USA Boxing, June 27 – 29)

IBJJF will have free admission, while the USA Boxing event will sell tickets that can be purchased via USAB.

Fans who travel to Las Vegas from around the world for International Fight Week will also be able to enjoy ceremonial weigh-ins, press conferences and other activities of a traditional UFC Fight Week, leading to the schedule’s culminating event, UFCÒ 303: PEREIRA vs. PROCHAZKA 2.

In addition, Resorts World Las Vegas, the 3,506-room luxury property and “Official Partner of UFC International Fight Week,” hosts three official parties during the week.

On Saturday, June 29 the Official UFC 303 Viewing Party takes place at RedTail and Zouk Nightclub at 3 p.m., followed by the Official UFC 303 After Party at Zouk Nightclub, headlined by Kaskade, beginning at 10 p.m. On Sunday, June 30, the Official UFC Pool Party takes place at AYU Dayclub beginning at 11 a.m.

For more information on all the week’s activities and events, please visit UFCFIGHTWEEK.COM.




CONOR MCGREGOR BATTLES MICHAEL CHANDLER AT UFC INTERNATIONAL FIGHT WEEK

Las Vegas – UFC International Fight WeekÔ returns to Las Vegas with a blockbuster main event featuring the return of superstar Conor McGregor as he collides with Michael Chandler in a highly anticipated welterweight bout. Also, former UFC light heavyweight champion and No. 3 ranked contender Jamahal Hill makes a quick return to take on rising No. 8 Khalil Rountree Jr. in a pivotal co-main event.

UFC® 303: MCGREGOR vs. CHANDLER takes place Saturday, June 29 at T-Mobile Arena with the main card at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on ESPN+ PPV. The prelims will be available on ESPN, as well as simulcast in English and Spanish on ESPN+, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The night’s action will start at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT with early prelims on ESPN+ (English and Spanish) and UFC Fight Pass.

UFC® 303: MCGREGOR vs. CHANDLER tickets will go on sale Friday, April 26 at 10 a.m. PT and are available for purchase at axs.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. UFC Fight Club® members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets Wednesday, April 24 at 10 a.m. PT via the website www.ufcfightclub.com. A special Internet ticket pre-sale will be available to UFC newsletter subscribers Thursday, April 25 starting at 10 a.m. PT. To access this presale, users must register for the UFC newsletter through UFC.com.

UFC X will also be taking place during UFC International Fight WeekÔ on June 28 and 29 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This two-day immersive experience will include autograph sessions, athlete meet and greets, live panels, exclusive activations and more. To purchase tickets and for more information on UFC X, visit UFC.com/IFW.

McGregor (22-6, fighting out of Dublin, Ireland) makes his long-awaited return to settle his rivalry against opposing The Ultimate Fighter season 31 coach Chandler. The first fighter in UFC history to hold two division titles simultaneously, McGregor has become a sports icon through his legendary performances against José Aldo, Eddie Alvarez and Donald Cerrone. The Irishman aims to deliver another iconic moment against Chandler, kickstarting another run at UFC gold.

Chandler (23-8, fighting out of Deerfield Beach, Fla. by way of Nashville, Tenn.) finally gets his shot at the sport’s biggest star. A fan favorite incapable of delivering a dull moment in the Octagon, Chandler has become a must-watch after his highlight-reel finishes against Dan Hooker and former interim UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson. He now looks to secure the biggest win of his career by finishing McGregor in unforgettable fashion.

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Hill (12-2 1NC, fighting out of Grand Rapids, Mich.) returns to action with a vengeance. The Michigan-native made a name for himself by delivering three straight knockouts against Jimmy Crute, Johnny Walker and Thiago Santos on his way to capturing the division’s title from Glover Teixiera. Hill plans on reminding the 205-pound division why he’s one of the best in the world by delivering a statement performance against Rountree Jr.

Rountree Jr. (14-5 1NC, fighting out of Las Vegas, Nev.) embarks on his first outing of the 2024 season. An eight-year Octagon veteran, Rountree Jr. has become an unrelenting force and knockout machine, finishing the likes of Anthony Smith, Chris Daukaus and Paul Craig. The rising contender looks to make it six in a row and inch his way closer to a title opportunity by silencing former division champion Hill.

Additional bouts on the card include:

  • No. 3 ranked bantamweight contender Mayra Bueno Silva (10-3-1 1NC, fighting out of Uberlandia, Minas Gerais, Brazil) takes on No. 7 Macy Chiasson (10-3, fighting out of Dallas, Texas by way of New Orleans, La.) in a high-stakes matchup
  • A thrilling featherweight bout pits UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson (29-13, fighting out of Palm Springs, Calif.) against Andre Fili (23-11, fighting out of Sacramento, Calif.)
  • Dana White’s Contender Series contract winner Joe Pyfer (12-3, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.) squares off with Canada’s own Marc-André Barriault (16-7 1NC, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla. by way of Gatineau, Quebec, Canada) at middleweight
  • Ranked strawweights No. 14 Michelle Waterson-Gomez (18-12, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.) and No. 15 Gillian Robertson (13-8, fighting out of Port St. Lucie, Fla. by way of Niagara Falls, Canada) lock horns
  • Road to UFC season two prospect Rei Tsuruya (9-0, fighting out of Chiba, Japan) looks to remain undefeated as he meets Dana White’s Contender Series signee Carlos Hernandez (9-3, fighting out of Chicago, Ill.)at flyweight

For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit www.ufc.com. All bouts are live and subject to change. Please click here to apply for the event.

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