Amman:Jordan Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Week concluded on Friday night with the "Desert Force Uncaged" championship, held at Amman's historic Roman Theatre. The event attracted a large crowd and featured fighters from Jordan and several other Arab and foreign nations.
According to Jordan News Agency, the event was attended by various Jordanian officials and public figures, alongside international sports and entertainment icons, including former world boxing champion Mike Tyson, Brazilian football star Ronaldinho, Turkish actor Engin Altan Dzyatan, and social media personality Hasbulla Magomedov.
During the tournament, Jordanian fighters delivered notable performances. Zaki Kayali, Yazan Balawi, and Freih Harahsheh claimed victories in the preliminary bouts, while Abdullah Jawish competed in the main card. The event featured a total of 14 professional fights, with simultaneous artistic and cultural performances.
The Jordanian Armed Forces Band provided musical entertainment, while the Ma'an Folk Arts Troupe performed traditional folkloric dances. Additional bands showcased Circassian folklore, and performers in costumes inspired by Roman and Nabataean armies entertained in adjacent areas of the theatre.
The event began with the playing of the national anthem and a minute of silence in memory of the victims of the Karak attack. The week was organized to diversify Jordan's tourism offerings and promote sports tourism.