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UFC Abu Dhabi Fighter Hospitalized, Bout Canceled Last Minute
25 Jul
Summary
- Islam Dulatov withdrawn from UFC Abu Dhabi due to infection.
- Dulatov was hospitalized late Friday night before his fight.
- The UFC Abu Dhabi card now features 12 total bouts.
A welterweight prospect, Islam Dulatov, has been pulled from tonight's UFC Abu Dhabi card after being hospitalized late Friday night due to an infection. Dulatov was scheduled to face Wellington Turman on the main card. This withdrawal was a joint decision made by UFC officials and Dulatov's team.
Dulatov, aged 27, was considered a bright spot on a card seeking star power. He had an impressive record, having finished his last 12 fights, including a first-round knockout in his Octagon debut a year ago. His removal reduces the UFC Abu Dhabi event to 12 total bouts.
The UFC Abu Dhabi event is scheduled to take place today, July 25, 2026, from inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The card now features a revised lineup of 12 fights across various weight classes.
