Village Cinemas will bring the most anticipated MMA fight to the big screen, featuring ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor and unbeaten champion Khabib Nurmagomedov in the main event of UFC 229. Australian fans have the opportunity to get as close to the action as possible on Sunday 7 October at 1:00pm, from the luxurious, comfortable cinema seat with popcorn in hand. The main event will be broadcast live from the Mobile Arena in Las Vegas to select Village Cinemas locations around Victoria and Tasmania.
At 26-0, Russia’s Nurmagomedov has been untouchable. His recent wins against Michael Johnson, Edson Barboza and Al Iaquinta have only strengthened his place as one of the greatest lightweights of all-time. But Ireland’s McGregor, the first man to hold two UFC titles simultaneously, has made a career of achieving what some say is impossible.
Village Cinemas Chief Operating Officer, Gino Munari is pleased to bring this one-of-a kind experience to Australian sporting fans. “Australians are a nation of sport-lovers, and we are pleased to make major international sporting events, like the UFC, accessible for everyone to enjoy.” Mr. Munari commented “Village Cinemas will continue to provide our valued guests with more experiences that extend beyond the traditional film schedule. We will continue to screen major events, concerts and other special broadcasts as part of this extended offering.”