UFC 254 pre-event facts: Khabib Nurmagomedov, Justin Gaethje off to historic UFC starts

The UFC’s current run on “Fight Island” comes to a close Saturday with the monumental UFC 254, which takes place at Flash Forum at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi with a main card that airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN2 and ESPN+.

A marquee lightweight championship unification fight serves as the main event. Khabib Nurmagomedov (28-0 MMA, 12-0 UFC) will attempt to continue his unmatched dominance in the division when he meets interim titleholder Justin Gaethje (22-2 MMA, 5-2 UFC), who appears poised to make a run at a massive upset.

All eyes on are the title showdown, but the card has much more to offer. For more on the numbers, check below for 65 pre-event facts about UFC 254.