Inside UFC’s £15m Las Vegas Sphere with Holograms and Mexican-Themed Backdrops

Record-Breaking Event

The UFC's recent event at the Las Vegas Sphere was a one-of-a-kind experience.

UFC 306, hosted by Dana White, took place on Mexican Independence weekend in a never-before-seen way, with a budget of £15 million.

Stunning Visuals

The event featured bespoke LED backdrops, holograms of fighters, and short films celebrating Mexican fight culture.

The Sphere, 366ft tall and 516ft wide, had a full capacity crowd of 16,024 people and created a 4D experience with additional effects.

Celebrity Attendance

Famous faces like Jeff Bezos, Chris Brown, and Gordon Ramsay were in attendance to witness the spectacular event.

UFC 306 welcomed eight new Mexican octagon girls who lit up the cage with their golden-themed outfits.

Memorable Matches

American Sean O'Malley lost his UFC bantamweight belt to Georgian Merab Dvalishvili, while Valentina Shevchenko beat Mexico's Alexa Grasso.

Despite some fights not living up to expectations, Dana White was pleased with the overall production and turnout.

Record-Breaking Sales

UFC 306 broke ticket sales records, amassing £16.6 million, surpassing Conor McGregor's record set in 2016.

While it may be the only UFC event at the Sphere due to contractual obligations, fans and commentators were blown away by the visuals and production.