Jailton Malhadinho (left) and Jonny Walker (right) are highlighted in the UFC Charlotte. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage
Saturday afternoon (13) promises to shake up the world of MMA. This weekend, starting at 12:30 pm (Brasília time), the UFC Charlotte. With Brazilians in their main fights, the show has Jailton Malhadinho e Johnny Walker as highlights in recent clashes.
The favorite of the Tupiniquim fans, Malhadinho steps into the octagon for his second commitment in the 2023 season. Undefeated in the company, the athlete faces Jairzinho Rozenstriuk in the main fight. A triumph places the Bahian in the top 10 of the division led by Jon Jones.
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In a great phase in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg.), Johnny Walker will have its biggest challenge in the category to date. Buoyed by two consecutive victories, the combatant will be the opponent of Anthony Smith and could reach the top 5, if he passes the division veteran.
In addition to Jailton and Johnny, Brazil will have two more representatives. Both are included in the preliminary card.
Former bantamweight standout (up to 61,2kg.), Douglas D'Silva tries to regain balance in the category. Famous for facing big names in the group, the Tupiniquim, this Saturday, measures forces with cody stmann.
O UFC Charlotte represents a debut event for Tainara Lisboa. Two-time Muay Thai world champion, the fighter is included in the first clash of the show, when she measures forces with Jessica Rose Clark.
Jailton Malhadinho x Jairzinho Rozenstruik
With four wins on the fast track since his debut in Ultimate, Malhadinho wants to continue making a good impression wherever he goes. At the weekend, the fighter will face his biggest challenge at heavyweight (up to 120,2kg).
To win, the Bahian will need to contain the enormous strength of his opponent, famous for erasing his rivals in his victories. The Brazilian, however, has excellent wrestling in his favor, a weapon that has caused the fighter to collect victims throughout his career in the UFC.
Today, Jailton occupies 12th place in the group led by Jon Jones. Jairzinho, in turn, comes in ninth. A triumph places the Bahian in the top 10 of the group and expands the fighter's rise in the company.
Johnny Walker vs Anthony Smith
UFC Charlotte does not present a great sporting opportunity just for Jailton Malhadinho. Moments before, the compatriot Johnny Walker will step into the octagon for a decisive appearance for the light heavyweight division.
After a meteoric start in the UFC, but a subsequent fall, the fighter from Belfort Roxo achieved his redemption in the company and, today, manages a convincing moment. At the weekend, Walker will face the veteran and former challenger for the group's belt.
Today, seventh in the group, the athlete could have a satisfactory jump, if he repeats his recent good performances. Currently, the veteran is in fifth.
UFC Charlotte technical sheet
Order date: 13 May 2023
Open Hours: From 12:30 pm (Brasília time)
Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time and UFC Fight Pass (entire card) online
MAIN CARD (16 p.m. Brasília time)
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Jairzinho Rozenstruik x Jailton Malhadinho
Light heavyweight (up to 93kg): Anthony Smith x Johnny Walker
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Daniel Rodriguez x Ian Machado Garry
Light heavyweight (up to 93kg): Carlos Ulberg x Ihor Potieria
Welterweight (up to 771.gkg.): Tim means x alex morono
PRELIMINARY CARD (12:30 p.m., Brasília time)
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Matt Brown x Court mcgee
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Karl Williams x Chase sherman
Bantam weight (up to 61,2kg): cody stmann x Douglas D'Silva
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Kim Ji Yeon x Mandy Bohm
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Gabe Green x BryanBattle
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Jessica Rose Clark x Tainara Lisbon
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