5 Arab fighters who could be UFC ‘Fight Island’ alternates in Abu Dhabi

With the UFC returning to Abu Dhabi for four events in July, here are five Arab fighters who could fill in if needed.

Honourable mentions:

  • Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady (10-3) – Former Desert Force featherweight champion and former Brave CF lightweight champion
  • Mohammad Fakhreddine (13-4) – Former Desert Force middleweight champion
  • Mohammad Karaki (9-1) – Former Desert Force light heavyweight and middleweight champion and former Phoenix FC middleweight champ
  • Izzeddine Al Derbani (9-2) – Former Desert Force featherweight champion
  • Amin Ayoub (14-4) – UAE Warriors welterweight and lightweight champ
  • David Bear (9-1)
  • Ahmed Faress (16-3)
  • Anas Siraj Mounir (7-2)
  • Ahmed Amir (10-3-1)
  • Hamza Kooheji (9-2)
  • Ahmed Labban (9-4)