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Kick up a storm at Muay Thai & MMA fight night

Denzil Pinto

13:17 06/03/2014

If you are fan of mixed martial arts (MMA) fighting, then you may want to consider attending the Muay Thai and MMA fight night which takes place on Friday in Abu Dhabi.

Held at the du Forum at Yas Island from 19:00, the evening will see two Gulf region title fights on the card list at the 5,000 capacity venue.

One of the highlights of the evening is Australia’s Matt ‘Hard Knox’ McTavish – four-time WMC (World Muay Thai Council) Light Weight title winner, and holder of the WKA and WKBF Queensland titles – who will be up against veteran Orono Signchatchawan.

The Thai already has had over 150 fights with 30 of his victories coming via knockout. The second is Milena Martinou from Cobra Fitness club in Abu Dhabi, with 35 pro fights under her belt.

She is a winner of her last two fights which have come in the form of second round knockouts. She faces Magali Foroni from France in what will be an entertaining bout.

Also on the card line-up are fighters from UAE, Philippines,Ireland, Iran, Greece, Brazil and Oman.

“This is going to be a unique night with plenty of entertaining fights going on in the evening,” said Mat Dryden, organiser of the event. “If you’re looking to see some top quality entertainment with people fighting then this is the place to be. A lot of fighters have travelled from around the world, from Brisbane and Thailand, to compete here in Abu Dhabi.

“(This event) is something different in the UAE. Whether you like fighting or not, it will be a good night out for everyone who attends as the fights will live up to its expectations.”

The event is strictly for over 21-year-olds, with original Emirates ID or passport accepted as valid forms of identification. The event is supported by Affliction, Tourism Authority Thailand, Cobra Fitness and du Forum.

Tickets are on sale from Ticket Master online at www.ticketmaster.ae.

Prices range from Dh50 to Dh200 with VIP tables also available.

WHAT: Muay Thai and MMA fight night
WHEN: Friday, March 7
WHERE: du Forum, Abu Dhabi
Sport360° VERDICT: It’s the first time the event is being held in abu Dhabi and if you like boxing or UFC, then this is the place to be. The atmosphere inside the venue will be buzzing with some top-class entertaining bouts.
CONTACT: Send your mail to matdryden@hotmail.com

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