The UFC is coming back to Paris…
And the first matchups are officially locked in.
UFC Paris 5 will take place on September 5, 2026, at the Accor Arena, marking the promotion’s fifth consecutive event in the French capital.
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The first three confirmed fights are:
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The headline bout could have major title implications.
After establishing himself among the UFC’s elite middleweights, Nassourdine Imavov has a chance to strengthen his claim for a championship opportunity, while the undefeated Caio Borralho is looking to prove he belongs among the division’s very best.
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French fans will also be watching Yanis Ghemmouri, who returns to compete in front of a home crowd against former KSW champion Robert Ruchała, one of Europe’s most highly regarded featherweight prospects.
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More fights are expected to be announced in the coming weeks, with the UFC traditionally building a card featuring a strong mix of French talent and international contenders ahead of its annual Paris event.
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With Imavov headlining and more French fighters expected to join the card, UFC Paris 5 is already shaping up to be another huge night for MMA in France.
