UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs Hooker Adjusts Due to Illness

DOHA, Qatar — UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker will make history on November 22, 2025, as it marks the organization’s first event in Qatar.

Originally set to feature Serghei Spivac facing Shamil Gaziev in a heavyweight bout, illness has forced Spivac to withdraw. He will be replaced by No. 6 ranked heavyweight Waldo Cortes Acosta.

The event will take place at the ABHA Arena in Doha. Fans can expect the prelims to begin at 10 a.m. ET (7 a.m. PT) with the main card starting at 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT). The fights will be available on ESPN+ in the United States.

Headlining the card is a lightweight clash between Arman Tsarukyan (22-3-0) and Dan Hooker (24-12-0). Tsarukyan looks to extend his winning streak to five, following a split decision victory at UFC 300 in April 2024. Hooker is also aiming for success after his last fight at UFC 305 in August 2024, where he won against Mateusz Gamrot.

The event is expected to impact the title picture at 155 pounds significantly, making it a crucial matchup for both fighters.

In addition to the main event, the co-main features elite welterweights along with several other exciting matchups throughout the card.

UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs. Hooker promises to be an eagerly awaited event, showcasing high-stakes contests in front of a vibrant audience.