In a groundbreaking announcement, UFC CEO Dana White revealed the first three official fights for UFC 300, slated for April 13 in Las Vegas. Former light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka is set to clash with Aleksandar Rakic, while former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling makes a move to featherweight to face Calvin Kattar. Adding to the excitement, top prospect Bo Nickal is set to square off against Cody Brundage.
Dana White emphasized that these bouts, while not designated as the main or co-main event, contribute to making UFC 300 one of the most significant events in the promotion's history. The anticipation surrounding these matchups suggests a night filled with intense action and unpredictable outcomes.
UFC 298, scheduled for February 17 in Anaheim, California, promises its own share of fireworks as former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker takes on Paulo Costa. Ian Machado Garry's clash with Geoff Neal, originally slated for another event, has also been moved to UFC 298, further elevating the card's appeal.
As the momentum builds, the co-main event for the UFC Fight Night card on February 24 in Mexico City stands out, featuring a five-round matchup between former interim featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega. Headlining the event, Brandon Moreno takes on Amir Albazi in a bout that promises to deliver thrilling moments.
Looking ahead to UFC Fight Night on March 30 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the main event showcases local talent as New Jersey native Erin Blanchfield faces off against France's Manon Fiorot. The matchup is poised to be a likely women's flyweight title eliminator bout, adding another layer of significance to the event.