The UFC will hold its first event in Serbia on August 1, when Belgrade hosts UFC Fight Night 258. The promotion announced the date and city as it continues to expand into new countries.
Event details
The event is set for August 1 in Belgrade, Serbia, under the UFC Fight Night 258 banner. Dana White, UFC president, said the company wants to take the sport to more places and called Serbia the next stop. The UFC has not named an arena for the show yet.
Fight card and local fighters
At this time, no official fights have been announced for the card. However, attention will likely fall on the two Serbian fighters already on the UFC roster.
Uros Medic has won three fights in a row and is currently ranked No. 13 in the welterweight division. Dusko Todorovic has fought in the UFC middleweight division since 2020 and is coming off a submission victory.
| Fighter | Recent Result |
|---|---|
| Uros Medic | Three-fight winning streak; ranked No. 13 at welterweight |
| Dusko Todorovic | Competing at middleweight since 2020; most recent win by submission |
What officials say
UFC president Dana White said in a press release: “I have always wanted to bring UFC to every corner of the world. Serbia is our next stop. The passion of our European fans is incredible and I can’t wait to make our debut in Belgrade to deliver world-class fights. See you there!”
Luke Nikolic, president of the Serbian MMA Federation, welcomed the announcement and praised local fans and fighters. He said, “MMA has become a prestigious and officially recognised sport in Serbia, with our athletes earning the respect they deserve. By bringing UFC to Belgrade, we want to show the world how firmly Serbia stands behind the MMA community. Our fans and fighters bring an energy that is truly unique, and through this partnership, we are ready to take the sport to new heights.”
Looking ahead
The UFC and local partners will announce the arena and the full fight card in the coming weeks. Fans in Serbia can expect world-class fighters and a high-energy crowd when the Octagon arrives in Belgrade on August 1. This move continues UFC’s effort to stage events across Europe and grow the sport in new markets.
Report: UFCcoverage
