The adrenaline of the UFC fights comes to Saudi Arabia when Israel Adesanya and Nassourdine Imavov step into the octagon, in a clash that guarantees explosive emotions from start to finish.
While Adesanya is the star, it is the first time that the Nigerian native is not part of a numbered event, but that does not mean that he is the favorite against the Russian Imavov, who could lose his unbeaten status.
How much will Adesanya and Imavov earn after their fight in Saudi Arabia?
Adesanya is one of the UFC’s most prominent stars, so his base salary for this fight is likely to be similar to or higher than previous fights, possibly in the $500,000 to $1,000,000 range
Imavov, being a high-level contender but with less notoriety, could receive a base salary in the range of $85,000 to $150,000
It should be noted that these figures do not include possible performance bonuses, PPV shares or personal sponsorships, which could significantly increase their earnings.
What day is the Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov fight at UFC Fight Night 250?
The event will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Where is Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov UFC Fight Night 250 fight?
This stellar UFC Fight Night 250 event will be held at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What time is the Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov fight at UFC Fight Night 250?
In the United States, the event will kick off at 9:00 a.m. ET/6:00 a.m. PT, with the preliminary fights, while the main event is scheduled for around 12:00 p.m. ET/9:00 a.m. PT
Where can I watch Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov UFC Fight Night 250 on TV and online?
You can follow the event through ESPN+ or UFC Fight Pass.
Full card for Israel Adesanya vs. Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night 250
Main card
- #2 Israel Adesanya (24-4-0) vs. #5 Nassourdine Imavov (15-4-0)
- #14 Shara Magomedov (15-0-0) vs. Michael Page (22-3-0)
- #4 Sergei Pavlovich (18-3-0) vs. #9 Jairzinho Rozenstruik (15-5-0)
- Ikram Aliskerov (15-2-0) vs. Andre Muniz (24-6-0) (pending cancellation)
- Said Nurmagomedov (18-3-0) vs. Vinicius Oliveira (21-3-0)
- Muhammadjon Naimov (11-3-0) vs. Kaan Ofli (12-3-1)
Preliminary
- Fares Ziam (16-4-0) vs. Mike Davis (11-2-0)
- #14 Shamil Gaziev (13-1-0) vs. Thomas Petersen (9-2-0)
- Terrance McKinney (15-7-0) vs. Damir Hadzovic (14-7-0)
- Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady (15-4-0) vs. Bolaji Oki (9-2-0)
- #12 Jasmine Jasudavicius (12-3-0) vs. Mayra Bueno Silva (10-4-1)
- Bogdan Grad (14-2-0) vs. Lucas Alexander (8-4-0)
- Hamdy Abdelwahab (5-0-0) vs. Jamal Pogues (11-4-0)