Abu Dhabi: Final touches before fight week in Brazil  ACTION UAE

At the ExpoCentro Center in the Brazilian city of Balneário Camboriú, the preparations continue at the highest level for the launch of the BC Fight Week, organised by International Vision Sports Management (IVSM).  

The team has reaffirmed its commitment to the highest standards of excellence and quality in the organisation of Fight Week. Fans and combat sports enthusiasts will witness the launch of the AJP Tour South America Jiu-Jitsu Championship, the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC 3) and the 48th edition of the UAE Warriors Championship.   

The three tournaments draw on Abu Dhabi's extensive experience and its history of hosting and organising world-class sporting events to deliver a week full of exciting fights and skillful performances that will provide an unforgettable experience for audiences around the world. 

The three tournaments have received a remarkable response from the participating athletes, bringing together an elite group of experienced stars and podium finishers who have all expressed their excitement to be a part of Fight Week. 

They're also excited to be taking part in a tournament organised by Abu Dhabi, the world's combat sports capital, giving them the opportunity to showcase their skills and abilities, win great prizes, earn points and improve their rankings with the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Professional (AJP).

All bouts of the three tournaments will be broadcast live. ACTION UAE
All bouts of the three tournaments will be broadcast live. ACTION UAE

As soon as it was announced, the anticipated Fight Week began to have a global impact, especially considering the strong and well-known international tournaments it includes in the world of Jiu-Jitsu, grappling, and mixed martial arts. 

Social media and websites interested in sporting events were full of news about Fight Week and its tournaments, which will feature illustrious names and prominent stars, and the public, who already loved fights and excitement became even more eager for the start of the events. 

All fights will be broadcast live and free to viewers on the TX7 platform, with the exception of the night of the fight, in order to meet the demands of the sporting audiences around the world.

The third edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC 3) will see the return of Portuguese Jiu-Jitsu star Bruno Lima, who participated in the previous edition and won the middleweight jiu-jitsu main event, prior to winning the gold medal at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2023. His opponent in the Jiu-Jitsu Main Event will be none other than Jansen Gomes, who has an outstanding athletic record.

Brazilian Fellipe Andrew, who won a gold medal at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2023, will also compete in the tournament as part of the Jiu-Jitsu Co-Main Event. The preliminary card bouts will also feature a strong confrontation between the Emirati champion Zayed Alkatheeri, who won gold at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2022, and Brazilian Oziel Santos.

The three tournaments will draw on Abu Dhabi's extensive experience. ACTION UAE
The three tournaments will draw on Abu Dhabi's extensive experience. ACTION UAE

On Wednesday, the athletes participated in the open training, giving fight fans the opportunity to watch them prepare for the ceremonial weigh-ins and, of course, the upcoming championships. A branch of the ADMA Academy was also opened in Brazil, where the athletes trained in preparation for the fights.

Tareq Al Bahri, General Manager of IVSM, said: "The organisation of Fight Week in Brazil reflects Abu Dhabi's influence as the capital of global combat sports and its pivotal role beyond the borders of its region. The launch of three major tournaments in one week also demonstrates Abu Dhabi's tremendous capabilities. It organises the most powerful world-class sporting events, and reflects its willingness to go far in promoting combat sports, especially Jiu-Jitsu."

Mohammed Al Hosani, ADXC Matchmaker and member of the Organising Committee, commented: "Abu Dhabi once again confirms its superiority and leadership in combat sports development scene. We are looking forward to witnessing the strong fights and outstanding skills and attracting a remarkable crowd. We wish all the competitors success and the best of luck."