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Exciting news!
Two-division world champion, philanthropist and social media influencer Badou Jack (@badoujack) has officially launched Badou Jack Promotions and Events in the UAE – and he’s celebrating by hosting a huge boxing and mixed martial arts fight night here in Dubai.
It’s all going down at the FIVE Palm Jumeriah on Fri, March 3. The main event will feature undefeated Cruiserweight boxer Viddal Riley duking it out against Dubai-based Iranian boxer Mohammad Ali Bayat.
Riley is also the head trainer of celebrity YouTube sensation and amateur boxer KSI (@KSI), who will be in attendance at the event, along with two-time World Boxing champion Amir Khan.
The likes of celebrities and VIP influencers – including Miniminter (@miniminter), Mo Vlogs (@mo_vlogs_), Lana Rose (@lanarose786), Omar Borkan (@omarborkan), S1 (@official_S1), DJ Bliss (@DJBlissDubai), Ahmed Al-Nasheet (@DVLZGame) and more – are expected to attend the event.
“I am looking forward to bringing a lot of excitement to Dubai with some very entertaining combat sports events,” Jack said.
“This is a great opportunity to take the next step in my career with this promotional company. We’re looking to build something with the fighters and the fans that will become part of the fabric of the entertainment culture in this region.”
“Our goal is to provide some of the most entertaining combat sports events and build the popularity in the region” CEO of Badou Jack Promotions Amer Abdallah said. “Dubai is certainly ready for it.”
Overall, it’s expected to be one of the biggest professional boxing events EVER to be hosted in Dubai.
Tickets can be purchased online at knockout.ae. Viewers can also livestream the fight from Fite.TV.