AMMAN, Oct. 20 (Petra) – Boxing icon and former world heavyweight
champion Mike Tyson is set to touch down in Jordan to headline the
action-packed Jordan Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Week, running from
October 27 to 30.
Taking to Instagram, the legendary fighter shared his excitement
about visiting the Kingdom and taking a long-awaited tour of the
ancient red-rose city of Petra–a historic wonder he revealed has been
at the top of his bucket list.
Supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the Jordan
Tourism Board (JTB), the showcase will culminate in the electrifying
“DF: UNCAGED” fight night on Friday, October 30, taking center stage
at the iconic ancient Roman Theatre in downtown Amman. The event will
pit top-tier Jordanian fighters against international contenders in
front of a star-studded audience of global sports figures and
celebrities.
Organizers highlighted that Tyson’s visit spotlights Jordan’s rising
status as a premier destination for global sports tourism, leveraging
high-profile athletic events to showcase the Kingdom’s rich cultural
heritage, world-class landmarks, and celebrated hospitality to
millions of fans worldwide.
//Petra// AA