This Friday (28), starting at 11:50 am (Brasília time), the official weigh-in will take place for the UFC 291. Before measuring strength in the octagon this Saturday (29), the 24 athletes scheduled for the show fulfill their commitment to the scales. The event has Alex Poatán, Jan Blachowicz, Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje as main highlights.
Former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg.), Alex Poatán makes his debut in the company's light heavyweight division (up to 93kg). Seeking to repeat the success of the old category, the Brazilian faces Jan Blachowicz, former leader of the group.
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In the main fight, Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje they hold a confrontation that promises to stir the spirits of MMA fans. A reference in the lightweight category (up to 70,3 kg), the fighters share the octagon in a challenge valid for the belt 'BMF'.
Another Brazilian will be featured on the main card. Michael Pereira makes the biggest commitment of his career to date, and faces Stephen Thompson. The clash could guarantee a position in the top 10 welterweights (up to 77,1kg) for Tupiniquim.
UFC 291 technical sheet
Data: July 29, 2023
Timetable: From 19:30 pm (Brasília time)
Location: EnergySolutions Arena, Salt Lake City, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time and UFC Fight Pass (entire card) online
MAIN CARD (23 p.m. Brasília time)
Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Dustin poirier x Justin gaethje – Fight for the 'BMF' belt
Light heavyweight (up to 93kg): Jan Blachowicz x Alex Poatán
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Michael Pereira x Stephen Thompson
Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Tony Ferguson x Bobby Green
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Michael chiesa x Kevin holland
PRELIMINARY CARD (19:30 p.m., Brasília time)
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Trevin giles x Gabriel Marretinha
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Marcos Foot x Derrick Lewis
Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Roman Kopylov x Claudio Ribeiro
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Jake matthews x Darrius Flowers
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Vinicius Salvador x CJ Vergara
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Matthew Semelsberger x Uros Medic
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Miranda maverick x Priscilla Cachoeira
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