UFC has announced some fistfights.
Idman.biz reports that the main event is planned to take place between Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker
Light heavyweight contenders Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker occupy the first main event slot of the year, facing off for a second time in less than three months after their initial encounter at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi was halted prematurely.
Universally regarded as a legitimate championship talent in the 205-pound weight class, the 31-year-old Russian is both undefeated in his last 11 UFC appearances and without a victory since beating Anthony Smith at UFC 277 in the summer of 2022. Prior to his no contest result with Walker last October, he fought Jan Blachowicz to a split draw when the two battled for the vacant light heavyweight title at UFC 282.
Walker had been on a nice little run prior to his encounter with Ankalaev, entering that contest on a three-fight winning streak where he showcased greater poise and patience while maintaining his ability to end fights in a hurry. After a run of big highs and big lows to begin his UFC tenure, the 31-year-old Brazilian seems to have leveled out and found his groove.
Other Main Card Matches:
Matheus Nicolau vs Manel Kape
Jim Miller vs Gabriel Benitez
Ricky Simon vs Mario Bautista
Phil Hawes vs Brunno Ferreira
Prelim Matches:
Andrei Arlovski vs Waldo Cortes Acosta
Matthew Semelsberger vs Preston Parsons
Marcus McGhee vs Gaston Bolanos
Farid Basharat vs Taylor Lapilus
Westin Wilson vs Jean Silva
Nikolas Motta vs Tom Nolan
Joshua Van vs Felipe Bunes
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