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UFC touches down in Australia for the second time this year, this time in Sydney as middleweight champion Israel Adesanya looks to defend his belt against No. 5 ranked middleweight Sean Strickland. In the co-main event, Sydney's own Tai Tuivasa squares off against heavyweight Alexander Volkov.
UFC 293: ADESANYA VS STRICKLAND will take place Saturday, September 9 at Qudos Arena in Sydney with the main card at 10 pm ET/7 pm PT on PPV. The prelims will be seen on ESPNews at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT with the night’s action starting at 6:30 pm ET/3:30 p.m. PT with Early Prelims on ESPN+ (English and Spanish) and UFC Fight Pass.
Sean Strickland takes in Sydney. Tai Tuivasa keeps his friends close. Tyson Pedro trains then travels with champ Israel Adesanya, Shane Young and Carlos Ulberg. Alexander Volkov wedding crashes.
On the second episode of UFC 293 Embedded, Sean Strickland adjusts to Australia; Tyson Pedro bowls. Tai Tuivasa and Felipe Dos Santos train on opposite sides of the world. Manel Kape drives in style. Champ Israel Adesanya and his City Kickboxing teammates prepare for a big night.
On the third episode of UFC 293 Embedded, Israel Adesanya headlines at a movie theater with a fellow champ in attendance. Sean Strickland holds back in the gym. Tai Tuivasa enjoys a hometown media day. Alexander Volkov stays sharp. Strickland takes a survey.
On the fourth episode of UFC 293 Embedded, Anzac fighters attend a traditional welcome ceremony. Alexander Volkov goes for speed. Sean Strickland and champ Israel Adesanya field questions. Felipe Dos Santos embraces the moment. Fans flock to open workouts.
UFC 293: Adesanya vs Strickland took place live from Qudos Arena in Sydney, Australia on September 9, 2023. See the Final Results, Official Scorecards and Who Won Bonuses - and relive the action on UFC Fight Pass!