UFC 294, eagerly awaited for its excitement, faced an unforeseen twist with Charles Oliveira’s injury withdrawal. The main event now offers a rematch between lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski.
Additionally, Paulo Costa’s absence due to arm surgery is confirmed, leading to Khamzat Chimaev stepping in to face Kamaru Usman. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 21, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. Let’s delve into the fight details.
Makhachev vs Volkanovski 2 Press Conference and Weigh Ins details
Volkanovski’s record stands at 26 wins, 2 losses, and no draws, while Makhachev holds a record of 24 wins, 1 loss, and no draws. And Usman’s record stands at 20 wins, 3 losses, and no draws. On the other hand, Khamzat Chimaev, is a rising star in the sport, boasting an undefeated professional MMA record of 12-0.
Catch the UFC 294 Press Conference live from the Etihad Arena this October. Join the arena on October 19 at 4 pm for the event, and don’t miss the weigh-ins scheduled for October 20, just a day before the fight.
Prepare for the much-awaited face-off between Alexander Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev at UFC 294, where Makhachev will defend his lightweight championship.
Don’t overlook this exciting event UFC 294 is set to be the most thrilling fight card of the year! Be sure to tune in for UFC 294, showcasing Kamaru Usman vs Khamzat Chimaev, airing live from the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 21, 2023.
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The closer we get to the event, the anticipation for UFC 294 intensifies. It’s gearing up to be one of the most exciting events ever, so mark your calendar for the action on October 21.
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