Riyadh Season is kicking off with a bang as UFC Power Slap 17 returns to Mohammed Abdo Arena on October 31. If you haven’t seen Power Slap before, it’s exactly what it sounds like: two contestants going head-to-head with some serious slapping action. And this time, the stakes are higher than ever.
The night will be headlined by the welterweight title clash between the undefeated Anthony “Babyface” Blackburn vs No. 4 contender Cole “Full Send” Young. Blackburn, who has held the belt since Power Slap 8, is known for his precision and calm under pressure. But Young, coming off a dominant first-round knockout at Power Slap 11, is hungry to take the crown and is ready for a knockout finish.
The co-main event will feature a heavyweight battle: No. 1 Dorian “Disturbing The Peace” Perez vs No. 6 Zakir Naimanayev. Perez, with his iron chin and heavy hands, has been a solid competitor in the league. Naimanayev, on the other hand, burst onto the scene with impressive KOs and is aiming to extend his knockout streak against the best in the business.
If you’re looking for an event packed with tension, UFC Power Slap 17 in Riyadh is the right place for it. The atmosphere at the Mohammed Abdo Arena will be electric as some of the toughest athletes face off for supremacy.
Riyadh is packed with other incredible events happening this season. From the art-filled streets of Noor Riyadh 2025 to the high-energy beats of MDLBeast Soundstorm 2025, where Post Malone takes the stage, and the enchanting performances of WICKED The Musical, the capital is your go-to destination for world-class entertainment. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to make some memories!
