The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to Perth, Australia for the first time since UFC 243 in October 2019, with a packed fight card scheduled for UFC 284. The main event of the night will see current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev take on current featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski, in a highly anticipated showdown between two of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world.
Where is UFC 284?
The RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia, will host UFC 284, offering fans a unique and electrifying experience as they watch some of the best MMA fighters in action. Perth is a popular destination for its beautiful beaches, stunning scenery, and laid-back lifestyle, and the RAC Arena is one of the premier entertainment venues in Western Australia, with a capacity of up to 15,500 spectators.
The stadium will be packed with roaring Australians who are ready to support local fighters Alexander Volkanovski, Jack Della Maddalena, Jimmy Crute, and more.
How to watch UFC 284
Fans in the United States will be able to watch UFC 284 live on Saturday night only on ESPN+ PPV. With a stacked card and two of the best fighters in the world headlining the event, it’s a must-watch for any fans of mixed martial arts.
- Date: Saturday, February 11
- Time: PPV Main Card starts at 10 pm ET, Prelims begin at 8 pm ET, Early Prelims begin at 6 pm ET
- Watch: Only on
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UFC 284 Fight Card
The main event of UFC 284 will feature Islam Makhachev taking on Alexander Volkanovski in a fantasy UFC Lightweight Championship fight. Makhachev is the newly crowned lightweight champion after he submitted Charles Oliveira and is no longer considered just a rising star in the UFC. The Russian fighter is known for his powerful striking and wrestling skills, making him a formidable opponent for anyone in the lightweight division.
Volkanovski, on the other hand, is the reigning featherweight champion and one of the most dominant fighters in the UFC today. With a record of 25-1, Volkanovski has won 12 consecutive fights in the UFC, including four title defenses. The Australian fighter is known for his striking accuracy, grappling skills, and ability to fight at a high pace, making him a difficult opponent for even some of the greatest fighters to ever compete in the featherweight division.
Main Card – 10 pm ET / 7 pm PT only on
- Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski
- Yair Rodriguez vs. Josh Emmett
- Jack Della Maddalena vs. Randy Brown
- Justin Tafa vs. Parker Porter
- Jimmy Crute vs. Alonzo Menifield
Prelims – 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT on ESPN+
- Tyson Pedro vs. Modestas Bukauskas
- Josh Culibao vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan
- Shannon Ross vs. Kleydson Rodrigues
- Jamie Mullarkey vs. Francisco Prado
Prelims – 6 pm ET / 3 pm PT on ESPN+
- Jack Jenkins vs. Don Shainis
- Loma Lookboonmee vs. Elise Reed
- Shane Young vs. Blake Bilder
- Zubaira Tukhugov vs. Elves Brenner