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UFC Fighter Ottman Azaitar Rescues Manager Ali Abdelaziz from Drowning in Hawaii

Ali Abdelaziz credits Ottman Azaitar's quick thinking and bravery for saving his life during a swimming incident caught on video.

  • Ali Abdelaziz, a well-known MMA manager, nearly drowned while swimming near a waterfall in Hawaii.
  • Ottman Azaitar, a UFC lightweight fighter, used a vine to pull Abdelaziz to safety after he struggled in deep water.
  • The incident occurred ahead of UFC 307, where Abdelaziz represents fighter Kayla Harrison.
  • Azaitar, who has a 13-2 record, has not fought since July 2023 and has no scheduled fights this year.
  • Abdelaziz, who is recovering well, expressed his gratitude, stating he would have drowned without Azaitar's intervention.
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