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Former UFC star Zabit Magomedsharipov has signed a four-match contract with Real American Freestyle (RAF). The 35-year-old will debut on the promotion's November 14 card in Abu Dhabi against an opponent to be announced later. This move offers fans a chance to see the former featherweight contender compete in grappling, as his return to striking MMA remains unlikely due to health issues and personal pursuits.
An independent panel found Manchester City guilty of 114 counts of financial fraud, involving over $1.19 billion in fake revenues and sham sponsorships between 2009 and 2018. The club has appealed the verdict, while figures like Jesse Marsch call for severe sanctions, including relegation. The scandal highlights broader issues of sportswashing and the tolerance of financial misconduct in global sports.
Manchester City has formally appealed the Premier League’s verdict regarding over 100 financial charges, asserting their innocence with 'irrefutable evidence.' The dispute has intensified, involving major legal firms and political scrutiny over state funding links.
Manchester City has formally lodged an appeal against an independent commission’s guilty verdict on 114 of 115 financial charges, asserting the findings contain material errors. The Premier League confirmed the appeal to the Judicial Panel, while the club insists it is innocent and possesses irrefutable evidence. This move delays potential sanctions, which could range from fines to expulsion, and keeps the club in the Premier League pending the outcome of the private hearing.
The UAE confirmed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a secret meeting with President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi over the weekend. The visit occurred one month before Israeli elections and amid ongoing controversy over claims that the UAE warned Israel about the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Netanyahu is currently trailing in polls and facing domestic political pressure.
The Premier League's guilty verdict against Manchester City on 114 of 115 financial charges has triggered diplomatic tension between the UK and the UAE. While London seeks to contain the fallout to protect £25bn in trade and £30bn in investment, Abu Dhabi views the ruling as a potential political slight. The club insists on its innocence, and the UK government emphasizes the independence of football governance from state diplomacy.
Arnold Allen has been scratched from UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi due to ongoing rehab from past treatments, leaving Aaron Pico on the card to face Losene Keita; Pico’s opponent change comes with Keita arriving off a Paris KO and a Performance of the Night bonus, while Allen hopes to return before year’s end.
A rare Ultra White Pure Gyr Garmousha falcon chick weighing about 1 kg sold for 1.5 million Dirhams (around Rs 3.85 crore) at ADIHEX 2026 in Abu Dhabi, a record falcon auction. Shaikha Al Mansoori bought it after attending the event with her uncle, who is credited with igniting her interest in falconry; while videos show Shaikha praising her uncle, the clips do not confirm the exact purchase arrangement.
After a disciplined win over Bogdan Guskov at UFC Abu Dhabi, Magomed Ankalaev said he’s the No.1 contender but with undisputed champ Carlos Ulberg sidelined by knee surgery, a fight with Paulo Costa could be a smart next step. Costa has aired contract frustrations but signaled openness to big fights, and Ankalaev floated a October showdown in Abu Dhabi if Costa is available, inviting a “stand and bang” clash that could keep the light‑heavyweight division compelling for fans and the UFC alike.
Magomed Ankalaev says he’s open to fighting Paulo Costa next, potentially in Abu Dhabi this October if the champion remains sidelined, in order to stay active and settle the ongoing beef; Costa criticized the Abu Dhabi headliner after moving up to light heavyweight, setting up a high-profile matchup with a possible Pereira trilogy down the line if opportunities arise.
Magomed Ankalaev rebounded from a title loss to stop replacement opponent Bogdan Guskov with a fifth‑round TKO in the UFC Fight Night 282 main event in Abu Dhabi, reaffirming his status as the UFC’s top light heavyweight contender; the piece notes fighters’ reactions to his win.
UFC Abu Dhabi is underway on Paramount+ from Etihad Arena, with Magomed Ankalaev vs. Bogdan Guskov headlining and early prelims delivering notable results: Sam Patterson defeated Santiago Ponzinibbio by TKO, Axel Sola submitted Ismael Bonfim, Magomed Tuchalov defeated Brendson Ribeiro by decision, Nurullo Aliev beat Mike Davis by unanimous decision, and Abdul Hussein submitted Cody Gibson; the main-card starts at 12 p.m. ET after prelims begin at 9 a.m. ET, with live play-by-play updates rolling in.
Live UFC Abu Dhabi updates show Nurullo Aliev cruising to a unanimous decision over Mike Davis (30-27 on all cards) after a grind-heavy battle, Abdul Hussein submitting Cody Gibson with an arm-triangle in Round 3, and Brendson Ribeiro earning a 10-9 edge over Magomed Tuchalov in Round 1 as Ribeiro damaged Tuchalov’s eye and controlled the pace, with the event continuing through the prelims.
UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi featured Magomed Ankalaev vs. Bogdan Guskov in the main event, with Guskov stepping in on short notice for Khalil Rountree Jr., plus a loaded undercard including Abdul Hussein’s submission win over Cody Gibson in the prelims; a Dulatov vs. Turman bout was canceled due to illness.
Islam Dulatov's illness forced the cancellation of his welterweight bout with Wellington Turman on the UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi card, leaving the event with 12 fights and prompting questions about any main-card reshuffles; Turman is coming off a long layoff, and UFC has not announced a replacement or move for the main card.