Jan Blachowicz (left) and Alex Poatán (right) facing before the UFC 291. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The big moment has arrived. To close the month of July, Ultimate promotes a show that promises to shake up the spirits of MMA fans. This Saturday (29), the great UFC 291, a show that features 12 scheduled fights and Brazilian highlights in action. In evidence are the struggles between Alex Poatán e Jan Blachowicz, in addition to the confrontation between Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje.
Former middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg), Poatan promotes the long-awaited debut in the company's light heavyweight division (up to 93kg). The Brazilian will face the former group champion, Jan Blachowicz, in a challenge that could guarantee the winner the chance to compete for the vacant category title.
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Famous for their aggressiveness in the octagon, Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje do the main fight. A reference in light weight (up to 70,3 kg.), the North Americans measure strength by the 'BMF' belt, which determines the company's 'Most Thick'.
In a dramatic phase of his career, Tony Ferguson He's also a name to watch out for on the show. Former interim lightweight champion, the 39-year-old veteran is trying to put an end to a five-fight losing streak. At the weekend, the fighter will be an opponent of Bobby Green.
Brazil has five representatives on the preliminary card. Gabriel Marretinha, Marcos Foot, Claudio Ribeiro, Vinicius Salvador e Priscila Pedrita they will take the yellow-green to the octagon.
To get in the mood, the SUPER FIGHTS selected six reasons to attend the event. Check it out below:
1) Alex Poatan debuts at light heavyweight
Alex Poatán debut in light heavyweight UFC 291. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Brazilian MMA star, Poatan will make his long-awaited debut in the company's light heavyweight division. After the success achieved in the middleweight division, the athlete is trying to repeat the feat at a new stage in his career.
For his debut, Alex was cast against a strong opponent. The old rival of Israel adesanya will measure forces with Jan Blachowicz, Polish 'giant' who led the group between 2020 and 2021.
Even without an official announcement, the meeting between Poatan and Jan has considerable importance for the category. With the injury of the now former champion Jamahal hill and consequent abdication of the throne, the group needs two representatives to fight for the vacant belt. The winner of the co-main event of UFC 291, then, approaches the commitment that will determine the new leader of the group.
2) BMF belt at stake
Dustin poirier (left) and Justin gaethje (right) compete for the BMF belt in UFC 291. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Created in 2019 to determine the 'Most Thick' in the confrontation between Jorge masvidal e Nate diaz, the BMF belt will be put on the line after almost three years. With the retirement of 'Jesus das Ruas', the object's first holder, the organization chose to hand over the title to the winner of the clash between Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje.
Former interim lightweight champions (up to 70,3 kg.), Poirier and Gaethje are known for exciting the public in their presentations. Although it is a symbolic 'position', the challenge among the North Americans is surrounded by expectations, given the talent of the organization's stars.
In addition to the title, whoever wins could get closer to the chance of a fight for the linear lightweight belt. Dustin is currently ranked second in the category, while Gaethje is third.
3) Tony Ferguson: goodbye or redemption
Tony Ferguson (left) and Bobby Green (right) in a face-off before the fight in the UFC 291. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Ultimate lightweight icon, Tony Ferguson He is definitely going through the worst phase of his professional MMA career. Used to collecting victims in the Octagon over more than 10 years in the UFC, the veteran wants to end a streak of five straight defeats.
No UFC 291, the North American will be an opponent of Bobby Green and will need to go through his compatriot to feed his 'survival' in the company. In addition to the new opportunity, the 'Bogeyman' tries to prove that, even at 39 years old, he is still in a position to face the best in the world.
If he wins, Tony admitted that he intends to continue competing. If he loses, the athlete may find himself in an unsustainable situation in the company and say goodbye.
4) Marcos Pezão: fight of life
M. Pezão (left) defeated A. Arlovski (right) in the UFC Las Vegas 63. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
UFC heavyweight representative (up to 120,2kg) since 2014, Marcos Foot is set for his biggest challenge since his debut with the company. After a period of fluctuation in the organization, the Brazilian faces a true reference in the group.
The greatest knockout artist in UFC heavyweight history, Lewis wants to end the dramatic phase of his career. A veteran of the company and a reference in the group, the North American has had four stumbles in the last five challenges.
5) More Brazil
Priscila Pedrita he is having a good time in the UFC flyweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Brazil has four more representatives on the preliminary card. After debuting in the UFC in January with a quick submission, Gabriel Marretinha is back. Undefeated in 14 MMA fights, the welterweight will be an opponent of Trevin giles.
Famous for his knockout power, Claudio Rodrigues wants his second triumph in the company. Promising middleweight (up to 83,9kg), athlete faces the also aggressive Roman Kopylov.
Tupiniquim bet on flyweight, Vinicius Salvador seeks his first triumph with Ultimate gloves. At the weekend, the fighter will be an opponent of CJ Vergara.
In a good moment in the company, Priscila Pedrita will make her debut in the 2022 season. After almost a season of inactivity, the fighter will face off against Miranda maverick.
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
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Marcos Foot x Derrick Lewis
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Michael Pereira x Stephen Thompson – fight canceled
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
Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Roman Kopylov x Claudio Ribeiro
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Jake matthews x Darrius Flowers
Married weight (up to 58,2kg): Vinicius Salvador x CJ Vergara
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Matthew Semelsberger x Uros Medic
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Miranda maverick x Priscila Pedrita
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