First-ever Somalian titleholder crowned in the annals of UAE Warriors martial arts competition: Muhidin Abubaker
BREAKING NEWS: Muhidin Makes MMA History!
🏆 Somalia's First MMA Champion Crowned in Abu Dhabi! 🏆
The Fight Capital of the Middle East, Abu Dhabi, was once again set ablaze with adrenaline-pumping action last weekend as the UAE Warriors staged an electrifying double-header. This time, history was made as Muhidin Abubakar, a London-based Somalian MMA fighter, claimed the interim bantamweight title[1][5], becoming the first-ever Somalian champion in mixed martial arts!
This remarkable victory comes after a gruelling five-round battle against Brazilian contender Victor "Sombra" Nunes[3]. Having the upper hand in ground control and efficient leg-wrapping techniques, Muhidin displayed honed skills that have marked him as a rising star on the global stage[4].
The event, held at the Space 42 Arena, was graced by the presence of notable dignitaries, including the Asian Chess Federation President, Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa bin Shakhbut Al Nahyan, and the Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, Abdel Moneim Al Hashemi[6].
Overall, 24 male and female fighters participated in 12 thrilling bouts, representing a whopping 17 countries spanning various continents[3]. The winner, Muhidin Abubakar, is now expected to contest the unification bout against the current Brazilian champion, Iago Ribeiro[3].
Looking ahead, MMA enthusiasts in the Middle East eagerly anticipate the upcoming double-header for UAE Warriors 61 and 62 taking place on the 23rd and 24th of July[6]. With a multitude of titles up for grabs, these events promise to be yet another showcase of combat prowess on the continental scale. Stay tuned for updates, highlights, and behind-the-scenes action on our social media channels!
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- The recent win by Muhidin Abubakar, the Somalian MMA champion, has grabbed the attention of sports news, marking a significant achievement in the history of games.
- As MMA history continues to unfold, followers of sports and mixed-martial-arts are looking forward to upcoming events featuring the UAE Warriors, including games like UAE Warriors 61 and 62.
- In addition to MMA, other sports such as chess have also seen historic moments recently, with notable dignitaries like the Asian Chess Federation President, Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa bin Shakhbut Al Nahyan, attending major tournaments.
