UFC CEO would ‘love’ to ensure all events are fully regulated in Ireland

The chief executive of the UFC has said he would “love” to meet the Irish authorities so that mixed martial arts (MMA) can become fully regulated.

Speaking in New York, UFC CEO Lorenzo Fertitta said the sport’s premier organisation had always “run towards” regulation and were happy to meet the Irish authorities to discuss standards and guidelines.

“It’s kind of been our mantra, we run towards regulation. We would love to be able to work with the authorities in Ireland so that, not just our events, but all of the events are properly regulated.”