UFC Vegas 75: The Marvin Vettori vs Jared Cannonier contest is the big fight on all MMA fans’ minds this weekend. The two middleweights will battle it out to stake their claim for another title shot. However, given the main card and the prelims, there are others on show who could steal the limelight. So here are five fighters to look out for this weekend. Follow UFC Fight Night 226: Vettori vs Cannonier LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Vettori and Cannonier are the undoubted stars of the card. Both have previously fought for the title and they are currently number three and four in the world. However, the five fighters listed below could be the surprise of the UFC Vegas 75 card.
UFC Vegas 75: 5 Undercard Fighters to Look Out for at UFC Fight Night 226 Vettori vs Cannonier
Five undercard fighters to look out for at UFC Vegas 75: Vettori vs Cannonier
5. Lucas Almedia: At number five is 14-1 Brazilian featherweight Lucas Almedia. The 32-year-old is an exciting fighter who lands an impressive 6.6 strikes per minute. Moreover, he has lost just once in his career. Therefore, Almedia could provide fans with some fireworks in the octagon.
4. Ronnie Lawrence: America Ronnie Lawrence will compete on the UFC Vegas 75 prelims. The 8-2 fighter has an incredible 7.03 takedowns per fifteen minutes at 77% accuracy. Moreover, he fights in a switch stance. Therefore, his bout against Dan Argueta could be another fun fight.
3. Manuel Torres: Mexican Manuel Torres makes this list for his electric fighting style. The 28-year-old looks to put the pressure on his opponents and as a result, lands over ten significant strikes per minute. This is an unbelievable number. If he can do this on Saturday, fans are in for a treat.
2. Denys Bondar: Ukrainian Denys Bondar also makes our list of five fighters to watch this weekend. The 30-year-old has decent striking. However, his ten takedowns per fifteen minutes at 100% accuracy is frankly unbelievable. Carlos Hernandez could be in for a long night.
1. Christian Leroy Duncan: And at number one we have British fighter, Christian Leroy Duncan. Duncan is undefeated with an 8-0 record. In addition, six have come by knockout and one has come by submission, meaning Duncan has failed to finish his opponent only once. The Englishman is a decent striker and an equally skilled grappler. He will definitely be the one to watch out for.
So there you have it. Our list of fighters to watch out for at UFC Vegas 75. Who do you think will steal the show?
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