Hermansson and Strickland face each other at UFC Vegas 47, in a fight that could bring the title winner closer

J. Hermansson (left) and S. Strickland (right) face each other at UFC Vegas 47. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc_brasil

After a week of rest, Ultimate is back. This Saturday (5), the company offers fans an event that promises action. With 13 programmed, the UFC Las Vegas 47 brings balanced confrontations in a show starring Jack hermansson e Sean Strickland. The show also features a clash between Brazilians, on the preliminary card.

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This weekend, Hermansson and Strickland will face off with an eye on a future title fight. Highlights of the top 10, the middleweights (up to 83,9kg.) can get closer to the elite of the group led by Israel adesanya.

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From the category up to 83,9kg. The co-main fight also comes out. The group's promises share the octagon in one of the most balanced fights on the show, at least on paper. On one side, Punahele Soriano, who suffered his first defeat as a professional in MMA in his last match and is looking to recover. On the other, the undefeated Nick Maximo, who wants to achieve the second positive result in a row with the Ultimate gloves.

On the preliminary card, a clash that could stir the mood of the Brazilian fans. Representatives of light heavyweights (up to 93kg.), Jaílton Malhadinho e Danilo Marques will measure forces in UFC Las Vegas 47. While the Bahian makes his debut with the company, the São Paulo native tries to get back on track after losing his first challenge with the company.

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Hermansson vs. Strickland

Executioner of names like Ronaldo Jacare e Kelvin Gastelum, Jack hermansson He wants to win to regain stability and dream of fighting for the middleweight belt again. In reality, the fighter will need to nullify Strickland's aggressiveness, who has been collecting victims in recent matches.

A former welterweight representative (under 77kg), Sean has proven in the octagon that he has found his place in the company. After oscillating in the group led by Kamaru Usman, the North American is undefeated at middleweight and has done well in his performances.

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Although the winner does not have a 'stamped passport' for a future fight for the title, a positive result could see the protagonist face an opponent from the top 5 next. Today, Hermansson occupies sixth place in the group, while Strickland follows , in seventh.

At 33 years old, Hermansson is heading towards his 29th appearance as a professional in MMA, with 22 triumphs and six setbacks. Strickland, 30, will reach the mark of 28 clashes, having 24 triumphs and three setbacks.