The time for greatness is coming UFC 291, which moves MMA this Saturday (29). On the eve of the show, however, Ultimate promotes, this Thursday (27), the traditional press conference, in which the stars of the show set the tone for the weekend's clashes. From 20pm (Brasília time), names like Alex Poatán, Jan Blachowicz, Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje answer questions from journalists and fans.
Brazilian star in the UFC, Alex Poatán is close to kicking off the company's light heavyweight division (up to 93kg). On Saturday, the São Paulo native will face the former group champion, Jan Blachowicz, in a fight that brings the winner of the title fight in the group closer.
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In the main fight, Dustin poirier e Justin gaethje they meet in a duel that promises excitement. Highlights of the lightweights (up to 70,3kg.), the athletes share the octagon in the fight valid for the title 'BMF', which awards the organization's 'Most Thick'.
Altogether, the UFC 291 There are 12 fights scheduled. In addition to Alex Poatán, Michael Pereira, Gabriel Marretinha, Marcos Foot, Claudio Ribeiro, Vinicius Salvador and Priscila Cachoeira represent Brazil in the show.
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
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Michael Pereira x Stephen Thompson
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
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Marcos Foot x Derrick Lewis
Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Roman Kopylov x Claudio Ribeiro
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Jake matthews x Darrius Flowers
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Vinicius Salvador x CJ Vergara
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Matthew Semelsberger x Uros Medic
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Miranda maverick x Priscilla Cachoeira
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