The UFC is back in Abu Dhabi for UFC 308, and the popular “Embedded” fight week video series is here to document what’s happening behind the scenes.
UFC 308 (pay-per-view, ESPN+) takes place Saturday at Etihad Arena on Yas Island.
In the headliner, featherweight champion Ilia Topuria (15-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) puts his title on the line for the first time when he takes on former champ Max Holloway (26-7 MMA, 22-7 UFC). In the co-feature, Khamzat Chimaev (13-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) meets former champ Robert Whittaker (27-7 MMA, 17-5 UFC) to determine the next top contender at middleweight.
The third episode of “Embedded” follows the featured fighters while they get ready for fight week. Here is the UFC’s description of the episode from YouTube:
Magomed Ankalaev and Shara Magomedov hit pads; Athletes are welcomed to Abu Dhabi with a display of traditional music and arts; UFC 308 athletes begin check-ins for fight week; Khamzat Chimaev has a training session with his teammates.
Previous UFC 308 ‘Embedded’ episodes
- UFC 308 ‘Embedded,’ No. 1: Ilia Topuria already training the next generation
- UFC 308 ‘Embedded,’ No. 2: Surf’s up on Fight Island!
For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC 308.
