UFC IS SET to return to Sydney for the first time since 2017 after securing a four-year, multi-event agreement with the New South Wales (NSW) Government.
The landmark Australian deal will bring some of the world’s greatest MMA athletes to the Harbour City for three massive UFC Pay Per View events between 2023 and 2027, the first of which will be held this year on September 10, when UFC 293 takes centre stage, a media statement said.
UFC President Dana White said of the deal: “Australians are some of the most passionate fight fans in the world and we know these Sydney events are going to be massive. Sydney was the first Australian city to host a UFC Pay Per View, and we are going to bring incredible events every time we come back over the next four years.”
UFC Vice President Australia & New Zealand Peter Kloczko was joined by NSW Premier Chris Minns and Minister for Sport Steve Kamper to announce the significant partnership.
“UFC is thrilled to be partnering with the NSW Government to bring the world-famous Octagon back to Australia’s iconic Harbour City, and it all starts with UFC 293 on September 10,” said Kloczko. “Our events drive strong economic outcomes through industry-high visitation and marketing value by showcasing host cities like Sydney to millions of engaged fans worldwide. This commitment will also provide opportunity for our talented, world-class local athletes of New South Wales to finally compete on home turf, having proudly represented Australia across the globe.”
NSW Premier Chris Minns said: “UFC is a massive sport. This is a big win for UFC fans and the state’s economy. Thousands of people will fly into our state to see the biggest UFC events in Sydney in more than a decade. Some of the best Aussie UFC fighters were born and bred right here in NSW. It’s about time that we have a major UFC event back in Sydney, so local fans can watch our home-grown talent. We are delivering on another election commitment – one that is a major coup for NSW.”
