BF. Werdum makes his PFL debut on May 6. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @ufc_brasilAt 43 years old, Fabricio Werdum He is increasingly becoming a living legend for Brazilian MMA. Former UFC champion, the gaucho ignores his age and wants to prove that he still has firewood to burn. This Thursday (6), in Atlantic City (USA), 'Vai Cavalo' will make its long-awaited debut in the PFL, against Renan Problem, and will seek to expand his legacy, winning the belt, plus the dream prize of US$1 million given to the winner of the heavyweight tournament (up to 120,2 kg.).
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In total, this Thursday's event will give fans 11 performances. In addition to Fabrício and Renan, the Tupiniquim fans will also be able to keep an eye on Bruno Cappelozza, who also debuts in the organization in a confrontation that closes the preliminary card.
Werdum x Problem: clash of generations
While Fabrício is heading towards the end of his career, but dreaming of a new belt in his successful career in MMA, Renan wants to enhance his name in front of the legend. The clash between the Brazilians will offer fans a meeting of styles.
Known worldwide for his excellence in jiu-jitsu, Fabrício will need to offset the obvious difference in size against an opponent famous for his frank striking. So for viewers, the show is almost guaranteed.
In recent retrospect, the athletes are similar. In their last matches, the Tupiniquins recovered from defeats.
Without fighting since July 2020, Werdum defeated Alexander Gustafson in the duel that marked 'Vai Cavalo's farewell to the UFC. To beat the Swede, a show. The gaucho took no notice of his opponent and showed all his technique to finish, in the first round, his rival, who was making his debut in the UFC heavyweight division.
Coming from LFA, Problem also finished in his last challenge. Before Jared Vanderaa, the Goiano player showed that he is not just good with his fists. The Brazilian needed just two rounds to score another triumph in his career.
Kayla Harrison: threat to Amanda Nunes
Considered one of the biggest talents outside the UFC, Kayla harrison season premiere this Thursday. Current lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg), the North American arrives at the tournament to defend her title.
In his first appointment, Harrison will have a Brazilian in front of him. Mariana morais was the athlete chosen to try, in the first round, to end the Olympic champion's perfect trajectory in MMA.
A reference in MMA, Kayla now has eight consecutive victories. Mariana, in turn, has 16 triumphs and 1st setbacks.
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Former champion of Jungle Fight, Bruno Cappelozza is a name to be watched closely by Brazilian fans. Known for his immense strength, the athlete debuts in the PFL seeking stardom in the company.
To score points in the competition, which is also valid for the heavyweight division, the São Paulo native will have to overcome the Croatian Before Delija, who is going through a good moment in his career. The clash between the fighters closes the preliminary card of the show.
At 31 years old, Cappelozza has an impressive record in MMA. The athlete never let a victory be decided in the hands of the judges and did not triumph in a way that was not a knockout. In total, there are 10 positive results in the fast lane.
On the main card, Larissa pacheco will also be an important name for Brazil in this Thursday's show. Former challenger for the lightweight belt in the company (in 2019), the woman from Pará arrives at the new season to try, once again, to win the belt. In the new clash, the fighter will face off against Julija Padic, who is undefeated in her career, with three positive results in a row.
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Data: May 6, 2021
Timetable: From 18:30 pm (Brasília time)
Location: Revel Atlantic City, Atlantic City, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time and Canal Combate (the entire card) on TV
MAIN CARD (22 p.m. Brasília time)
Heavyweight: Fabricio Werdum x Renan Problem
Lightweight: Kayla harrison x Mariana morais
Heavyweight: Mohammed Usman x Brandon Sayles
Lightweight: Larissa pacheco x Julija Pajic
PRELIMINARY CARD (18:30 p.m., Brasília time)
Heavyweight: Before Delija x Bruno Cappelozza
Lightweight: Cindy Dandois x Kaitlin Young
Lightweight: Genah Fabian x Laura Sanchez
Heavyweight: Denis Goltsov x Justin Willis
Lightweight: Helena Kolesnyk x Taylor Guardado
Welterweight: Magomed Umalatov x Kyron Bowen
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