UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje 2 will go down this weekend at UFC 291. The two lightweights will compete in the main event and complete an exciting card. And while the main focus will be on Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, there are many exciting fights on the undercard. So here are five fighters to look out for at UFC 291. Follow UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje 2 LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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The event will happen on Saturday, July 29, at the Delta Center, Salt Lake City. Poirier and Gaethje will compete for the BMF title. However, there are 12 fights on show and these feature former champions and title challengers. So here’s a list of fighters you need to keep an eye out for.
UFC 291: 5 Fighters to Look Out for in the Poirier vs Gaethje 2 Event
5 Fighters to look out for at UFC 291
5. Tony Ferguson: UFC fan favorite Tony Ferguson will return to the octagon this weekend. The former title challenger will want to set his record straight after a few defeats. Moreover, Ferguson is one of the most entertaining fighters in the UFC. Therefore, it could be a good fight against another veteran, Bobby Green.
4. Michel Pereira: Welterweight Michel Pereira is another fighter to look out for at UFC 291. The Brazilian is an all-round fighter who has very impressive striking numbers and respectable grappling numbers. In addition, he also has the experience to go with it. Therefore, it could be an exciting fight between him and Stephen Thompson.
3. Alex Pereira: Former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira will make his light-heavyweight debut. The Brazilian will want to make a statement to the division against former champion Jan Blachowicz. For a long time, experts suggested Alex Pereira was too big for a middleweight. At light-heavyweight, Pereira will be fighting closer to his natural body weight. Thus, we could see a much better Alex Pereira this weekend.
2. Uros Medic: Serbian welterweight Uros Medic is one to keep an eye out for this weekend. The 30-year-old is an exciting fighter and his stats back it up. Medic lands over eight significant strikes per minute at a 67% accuracy. Therefore, he could light up the event with some fast striking. Definitely not one to miss.
1. Gabriel Bonfim: Undefeated Brazilian Gabriel Bonfim is the number one fighter to watch this weekend according to us. With a 14-0 record, Bonfim has a record to protect. However, what is more impressive is his 100% finish record. Bonfim has three knockouts and eleven submission wins. Therefore, he is surely going to give us another exciting contest.
So there you have it. These are the five fighters we think you should keep an eye out for at UFC 291. Who do you think will steal the show this weekend?
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