February is shaping up to be an exhilarating month for mixed martial arts enthusiasts as the UFC reveals its packed fight card schedule, featuring major events every weekend. From Saudi Arabia to the iconic Vegas venues and concluding with noteworthy bouts in Seattle, fans will have thrilling matchups to look forward to.
The UFC kicks off the action on February 1 with UFC Saudi Arabia taking place at the anb Arena in Riyadh. The main event highlights former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya facing rising contender Nassourdine Imavov in what is poised to be a pivotal bout for both fighters. Adesanya (24-4) enters this match desperate for redemption following two back-to-back defeats, including dropping his title to Sean Strickland and succumbing to Dricus du Plessis via submission. Adesanya has not participated in a non-title fight since 2019, making this encounter particularly significant for his aspirations of reclaiming the middleweight belt.
On the other hand, Imavov (15-4-0-1) is on a hot streak, having recently notched impressive victories, including a TKO against the formidable Jared Cannonier. Imavov's recent successes have put him firmly on the radar of title contention, amplifying the stakes of this matchup against Adesanya. The complete fight card for UFC Saudi Arabia also includes exciting bouts such as Shara Magomedov vs. Michael Page and Sergei Pavlovich vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik to round out the main card.
Just over one week later, on February 8, UFC 312 takes center stage, presenting another thrilling main event: Dricus du Plessis will defend his middleweight title against Sean Strickland—a rematch of their recent encounter at UFC 297 where du Plessis emerged victorious. The fight earned Fight of the Night honors, setting high expectations for their second clash. Strickland (29-6) has proven to be both resilient and strategic, making this title match one of the most anticipated encounters of the year. The co-main event features current women’s strawweight champion Zhang Weili defending her title against undefeated contender Tatiana Suarez.
The full UFC 312 card promises to deliver thrilling action, including matches such as Justin Tafa vs. Tallison Teixeira and Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato among others, ensuring no shortage of excitement for fight fans.
The following week, on February 15, UFC Vegas 102 returns to the UFC Apex, featuring another stellar main event pitting Jared Cannonier against Gregory Rodrigues—both known for their knockout power and determination. Cannonier is seeking to rebound from his recent loss as he looks to continue his climb within the middleweight ranks. The co-main event will see Calvin Kattar face Youssef Zalal, with Kattar aiming to end his three-fight losing streak. This match is pivotal for Kattar, who has faced tough challenges but remains intent on showing his skill and resilience.
Finally, the UFC wraps up February with an enticing event on February 22, taking place at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, marking the UFC’s return to the city since 2013. The main event showcases former two-division champion Henry Cejudo going up against Song Yadong. Cejudo (16-3), known for his Olympic gold medals and impressive MMA accolades, is eager to regain victory after suffering two consecutive losses. Meanwhile, Yadong is equally motivated to bounce back after experiencing defeat at the hands of Petr Yan last March.
Cejudo’s comeback, and the return of Dominick Cruz against Rob Font—who himself seeks redemption—indicates not only the promising line-up but also the changing dynamics of the bantamweight division. Their battles are expected to resonate with the passionate Seattle crowd, as it has been years since top-tier UFC action graced the city.
This February, the UFC’s ambitious schedule reflects the growth and evolution of the sport, transitioning from its earlier days of unfettered brawls to strategically curated fight cards featuring elite athletes from diverse backgrounds. Fans are set for another unforgettable month of adrenaline-pumping mixed martial arts action across multiple venues.