A Spectacular Entertainment Night Featuring Mohamed Ramadan and Bader Al‑Shuaibi Ahead of the “Pride of Arabia” Fight Card
Dubai, May 15, 2026
The Professional Fighters League Middle East and North Africa (PFL MENA), in collaboration with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, has announced two major public concerts headlined by Egyptian star Mohamed Ramadan and Kuwaiti artist Bader Al‑Shuaibi. The performances will take place as part of the official press conference and weigh‑in events for the “Pride of Arabia” Championship on May 23 at Coca‑Cola Arena in Dubai.
The event comes as part of an entertainment partnership with Anghami, granting all fight‑night ticket holders free access to both concerts. The celebrations extend across a nine‑day holiday period coinciding with the upcoming Eid Al‑Adha break and school vacation in the UAE.
The weekend will feature a diverse lineup of entertainment and sports activities, including live music shows and mixed martial arts bouts featuring fighters from 11 countries across the Middle East and North Africa, marking the launch of the 2026 PFL MENA season.
Mohamed Ramadan is considered one of the most prominent entertainment figures in the Arab world, with a massive regional and international following, in addition to his personal interest in mixed martial arts. Bader Al‑Shuaibi also enjoys significant popularity across the Gulf region thanks to his successful artistic works and widely streamed music.
Each artist will deliver a 45‑minute live performance following the press conference and official weigh‑ins, with arena doors opening to the public at 7 p.m.
Anghami confirmed that the partnership aims to deliver a fully integrated entertainment experience combining music and sports, alongside the release of exclusive playlists dedicated to the “Pride of Arabia” evening.
Jerome Mazet, General Manager of PFL MENA, said: “From day one, our goal with ‘PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia’ has been to deliver a comprehensive experience that goes beyond the traditional fight night by merging sports, entertainment, and music into a single event that reflects the spirit and cultural diversity of the region. Hosting performances by major artists such as Mohamed Ramadan and Bader Al‑Shuaibi is a significant step in elevating the fan experience and offering an exceptional weekend for sports and entertainment enthusiasts in Dubai.”
He added: “Dubai has become one of the world’s leading destinations for major events, and we are proud to organize this championship in collaboration with our partners—especially during a period of high public turnout coinciding with the school break and Eid Al‑Adha. Fans can expect two thrilling evenings, both inside the cage and on stage, featuring top MMA athletes and some of the Arab world’s biggest entertainment stars.”
The championship on May 24 will feature a main event between UAE star Mohammed Yahya and Tunisia’s Mehdi Saadi in the featherweight division, while Morocco’s Salahuddin Hamli faces Algerian‑French fighter Ilyas Giron in the co‑main lightweight bout. The event will also include the highly anticipated debut of Emirati fighter Zamzam Al‑Hammadi in front of her home crowd.
Tickets for PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia are now available through the Coca‑Cola Arena website.
