UAE Warriors 69: Chopurov vs. Ramos is a mixed martial arts event promoted by UAE Warriors that will take place on March 28, 2026 at the ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Fight Card
Main Card (UFC Fight Pass)
Bantamweight Asaf Chopurov vs. Adriano Ramos 135 lbs Bantamweight Championship
Light Heavyweight Magomed Tuchalov vs. Caio Machado 205 lbs Vacant Light Heavyweight Championship
Flyweight Victor Nunes vs. Juan Puerta 125 lbs
Catchweight Rashid Kurbanov vs. Salauat Kabi 150 lbs
Lightweight Alex da Silva vs. Shermurat Kalilov 155 lbs
Featherweight Sundet Aytkul vs. Magomedgadzhi Sirazhudinov 145 lbs
Welterweight Magomed Muradov vs. Bobur Nazrullaev 170 lbs
Women's Strawweight Farida Abdueva vs. Fernanda Silva 115 lbs
Flyweight Salih Muradov vs. Gheorghe Grozav 130 lbs
Middleweight Ayissi Bessala vs. Dagva Tumurpurev 185 lbs
Welterweight Khadis Gadzhiev vs. Bedir Meherremov 170 lbs
Background
The Desert Duel: Double Title Glory at UAE Warriors 69!
The ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi is set to become a high-pressure forge once again as UAE Warriors delivers its flagship international showcase. On March 28, 2026, UAE Warriors 69: Chopurov vs. Ramos brings a collision of global fighting styles to the capital of combat sports. With two world titles hanging in the balance and a roster featuring UFC veterans and undefeated phenoms, this event is a definitive statement of the promotion's status as the ultimate bridge to the world stage.
The Main Event: Chopurov Defends the Bantamweight Throne
At the pinnacle of the card, the UAE Warriors Bantamweight Championship is on the line as the undefeated wrecking ball Asaf Chopurov looks to maintain his stranglehold on the 135-pound division against the dangerous Adriano Ramos. Chopurov has become a terrifying enigma in the cage, utilizing a suffocating grappling base and a relentless pace that has seen him dismantle every challenger in his path.
In Adriano Ramos, however, he faces a battle-hardened Brazilian specialist who thrives in the pocket. Ramos brings the trademark "finish-first" mentality of the South American circuit, possessing the technical submission skills and explosive striking to end the night in an instant. This is a quintessential clash of "unbreakable momentum vs. veteran finishing instinct"—where the winner leaves as the undisputed king of the bantamweights.
Light Heavyweight Thunder: Tuchalov vs. Machado
The championship intensity continues as the vacant Light Heavyweight title is contested between the heavy-hitting Magomed Tuchalov and the versatile Caio "Bigfoot" Machado. Tuchalov, a standout representing the elite wrestling schools of the Caucasus, brings a level of physical pressure that few in the 205-pound division can match. He meets a formidable adversary in Machado, a veteran with experience at the highest levels of the sport who possesses the power to alter the course of a fight with a single blow. With both men looking to secure a major international title, this is a high-speed collision course where the judges are unlikely to be required.
Elite Flyweights and International Fireworks
The 125-pound division features a "dream match" for hardcore fans as the technical Victor Nunes takes on the legendary Juan "The Diehard" Puerta. Puerta, one of the most decorated flyweights outside of the major organizations, looks to re-establish his dominance against a surging Nunes in a matchup that has massive global ranking implications.
The main card is further bolstered by the inclusion of UFC veteran Alex da Silva, who tests his mettle against the explosive Shermurat Kalilov in a lightweight clash many are tipping for "Fight of the Night" honors. Simultaneously, the featherweight ranks see a battle of elite prospects as Sundet Aytkul collides with Magomedgadzhi Sirazhudinov.
A Global Proving Ground
The depth of UAE Warriors 69 is underscored by a relentless array of matchups featuring talent from every corner of the globe. From the women's strawweight encounter between Farida Abdueva and Fernanda Silva to the heavy-hitting middleweight duel between Ayissi Bessala and Dagva Tumurpurev, every athlete understands the significance of the platform. In Abu Dhabi, a dominant performance isn't just a win—it's a declaration that you are ready for the global spotlight.
Three title fights. Two nights in Al Ain, UAE Warriors 68 & 69
