Amanda Ribas defends crucial flyweight position in duel against Rose Namajunas at UFC Vegas 89

Amanda ribas e Rose namajunas face each other this Saturday (23) at UFC Vegas 89. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS

A crucial duel in the flyweight division (up to 56,7kg) promises to shake up the spirits of spectators at the UFC Las Vegas 89. Ultimate Highlights, Amanda ribas e Rose namajunas promote the main fight of the event, which takes place this Saturday (23). With four Brazilians, the show has 14 fights scheduled.

Winner of the 'Performance of the Night' bonus in her last appearance, Amanda ribas will have a tough mission to defend its position as eighth in the flyweight rankings and stop the momentum of Rose namajunas, who is eager to return to the path of victories. In a delicate phase, the North American accumulates two consecutive setbacks in the organization.

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Also on the main card, the former middleweight promise and pupil of Ronda Rousey, Edmen shahbazyan tries to regain credit with the organization and fans in a duel against AJ Dobson. A favorite in the bookmakers, 'Golden Boy' as he is known, has won just one of his last five UFC fights.

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Representatives of the Brazilian fans, three athletes in addition to Amanda ribas step into the octagon this weekend. Igor Severino and André Lima debut in the UFC after being hired via Contender Series and perform a yellow-green duel and return to the octagon, Ricardo Carcacinha measures forces against the dangerous julian erosa.

Amanda Ribas x Rose Namajunas

Amanda ribas defends eighth place in flyweight against R. Namajunas. Photo: Reproduction/Montage

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Looking to achieve an unprecedented fight for the UFC belt, Amanda ribas ensures that it is ready for the 'best version' of Rose namajunas. Aware of the danger presented by the former champion, the Brazilian avoids underestimating her opponent's ability, but states that she was preparing for this moment from the beginning.

On the other hand, 'Thug' as he is known, tries to return to the path of victory after suffering two consecutive setbacks. Despite the delicate scenario, Rose guarantees that she is a level above Minas Gerais, despite considering her a complete athlete in mixed martial arts.