New Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship set to launch in October

The Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC), a new event in the world of combat sports, will launch officially during Abu Dhabi Showdown Week this October in the UAE capital, organisers confirmed.

The new cage-based championship aims to channel the highest standards of jiu-jitsu and grappling by combining them to create an engaging and exciting experience for practitioners, followers, and martial arts enthusiasts.

The official announcement was made during a news conference held at the Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel on Wednesday.

“We are proud to introduce the unique Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC), which represents Abu Dhabi’s contribution to the world of martial arts,” said Abdel Moneim Al Hashemi, chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation.

“It will once again attract enthusiasts from around the world to Abu Dhabi, the global capital of martial arts. This event reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting sports and their top athletes globally. The championship aims to make an unprecedented impact on the sector, expanding horizons and solidifying Abu Dhabi's leading position in combat sports."

Making the announcement alongside martial arts legends Leo Vieira, Braulio Estima, Mackenzie Dern, Andre Galvao, Julio Cesar, and Angelica Galvao, Al Hashemi thanked President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed for his support of sports and athletes, as well as Sheikh Khalid bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, for his continuous support of jiu-jitsu in the UAE and beyond.

Saood Al Hosani, Under-Secretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) – Abu Dhabi, added, “Through our exciting partnership with ADXC, we are ushering in a new era for martial arts in the emirate. Abu Dhabi has always had a deep bond