UFC advances crucial duel in the featherweight division between Arnold Allen x Giga Chikadze in England

B. Allen (left) and G. Chikadze (right) are headed for a duel in England. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS

In exclusive information to SUPER FIGHTS, it was reported that the UFC is working to schedule a duel between arnold allen e Giga Chikadze  in England, with no date set for the match yet. Currently placed sixth and ninth in the featherweight division (up to 65,7kg), respectively, the fighters are hoping to get closer to the title defended by Ilia Topuria.

Back to the winning path, Giga Chikadze comes from triumph over Alex Caceres in his last appearance in the octagon. Touted as a great promise in Ultimate, the Georgian experienced a long period of inactivity after losing his unbeaten run in the organization in 2022, when he was surpassed by Calvin kattar.

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Moreover, arnold allen tries to recover good momentum in his career after suffering two consecutive setbacks. At 30 years old, the English-born fighter was part of the top 3 in the featherweight division, but was defeated by Max Holloway and then by Movsar Evloev. Currently the fighter has 19 wins and three defeats in his professional record.

Featherweight division

Ilia Topuria He is the current featherweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

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Currently reigned by Ilia Topuria, the category is expecting to have the next challenger for the announced title. New champion, the Georgian was willing to stage an immediate rematch against Alexander Volkanovsky, despite having declared an interest in facing new prospects in the division.