UFC Fight Night 219: Jessica Andrade and Erin Blanchfield will compete in the main event at UFC Vegas 69 at the UFC Apex this weekend. However, before the two meet in the octagon, they have to get through all the pre-fight obligations. So here’s everything you need to know about Jessica Andrade vs Erin Blanchfield. Follow UFC Fight Night 219: Jessica Andrade vs Erin Blanchfield LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
Blanchfield and Andrade will be in the spotlight since they are the main event of the evening. While Andrade has been in this position before, it will be a fairly new experience for 23-year-old Erin Blanchfield. And before the bright lights of the main event, Blanchfield will have to get through the media, promotion duties, and weigh-ins.
UFC Fight Night 219: Jessica Andrade vs Erin Blanchfield: Media Schedule, Weigh Ins, Fight Date and More on UFC Vegas 69 Fight Week
When are the media duties and weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night 219?
Andrade and Blanchfield already spoke to the media yesterday. Andrade said she does not fear anyone, and that she was looking forward to the contest. Blanchfield, on the other hand, said she knows what it means if she wins this bout against Andrade.
There was no trash-talk towards each from either athlete. Therefore, showing the respect that they have for each other. However, both fighters showed they were not looking too far ahead.
Both Andrade and Blanchfield will now have to weigh in on Friday. As this is not a PPV event, there is much lesser promotion and media work. Despite this, they will still have to answer media questions right up to the day of the fight. In addition, since it’s not a title bout, the fighters are allowed a 1-pound buffer for the flyweight limit. However, it is unlikely that either fighter will miss weight.
After weighing in, Andrade and Blanchfield will close out the UFC Fight Night 219 on Saturday night. Fans will hope for an interesting main event.
What do you make of the Jessica Andrade vs Erin Blanchfield main event? Do you think they will steal the show?
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