UFC president Dana White has shared some exciting news about the lineup for the highly anticipated UFC 300 event.
White has promised fans an unforgettable experience, aiming to pack UFC 300 with thrilling matchups from start to finish. He emphasized the importance of creating cards that leave fans in awe, like the upcoming UFC 296 card, which he described as “awesome.”
During a recent interview with TNT Sports, White hinted at the caliber of fights fans can expect at UFC 300, teasing that even the preliminary bouts will be mind-blowing. He expressed his commitment to delivering a truly exceptional event that surpasses expectations.
Now, speaking at Radio Row, White has unveiled the opening fight of UFC 300, featuring a clash between former champions.
Dana White Reveals UFC 300 Opening Fight
“It’s been challenging because obviously, I want to deliver the best card that’s ever been built,” White shared with the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “Every fight on the card right now could be a main event on either a Fight Night or a pay-per-view.”
White’s announcement revealed that the first prelim of the night will feature a showdown between Deiveson Figueiredo and Cody Garbrandt, two fighters with impressive resumes.
The decision to have Figueiredo vs. Garbrandt kick off UFC 300 sets the stage for an explosive start to the event. Both fighters have headlined pay-per-view cards in the past, making their presence in the opening bout a testament to the depth of talent on display.
Figueiredo is coming off a notable victory over Rob Font in his bantamweight debut, while Garbrandt secured a thrilling KO win over Brian Kelleher at UFC 296, extending his win streak to two fights.
UFC 300 Fight Card Ft. Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje
The current lineup for UFC 300 boasts an impressive roster of matchups:
- Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway
- Zhang Weili vs. Yan Xiaonan
- Charles Oliveira vs. Arman Tsarukyan
- Jiri Prochazka vs. Aleksandar Rakic
- Calvin Kattar vs. Aljamain Sterling
- Holly Holm vs. Kayla Harrison
- Bobby Green vs. Jim Miller
- Sodiq Yusuff vs. Diego Lopes
- Bo Nickal vs. Cody Brundage
- Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez
- Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Cody Garbrandt
With such an electrifying lineup, UFC 300 promises to be an unforgettable event for fans worldwide. Each matchup showcases the incredible talent and competitiveness that defines the world of mixed martial arts.
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