Overview

• Ikram Aliskerov steps in on short notice for his third UFC fight against seasoned veteran Robert Whittaker.
• Whittaker was originally set to fight Khamzat Chimaev, who withdrew due to a 'violent' illness.
• Khabib Nurmagomedov praised Aliskerov, calling him a 'future star' and reminding him of the challenge ahead.
• The event also features a heavyweight bout between Sergei Pavlovich and Alexander Volkov.
• UFC Saudi Arabia's fight card includes notable names like Kelvin Gastelum and Johnny Walker.