The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is gearing up for an electrifying event as UFC Fight Night 248 prepares to take place on November 23rd at the Galaxy Arena in Macau. This highly anticipated fight card promises a lineup brimming with intriguing matchups across various weight classes. Central to the event is an intense bantamweight clash between former champions Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo, both known for their high-level striking and grappling abilities.
The headline bout features Petr Yan, a former bantamweight champion, squaring off against Deiveson Figueiredo, a former flyweight champion, making their bout a significant one for both athletes. Yan (17-4 MMA, 9-3 UFC) will seek to reclaim his former glory after a fierce title challenge loss, while Figueiredo (20-4-1 MMA, 10-4 UFC) seeks to assert his dominance in a new weight class. Their styles promise a captivating fight, with Yan’s refined striking and wrestling pitted against Figueiredo’s powerful submissions and knockout capability.
Women’s Strawweight Showdown
Another key matchup on the card is between top contenders in the women’s strawweight division. Yan Xiaonan faces Tabatha Ricci in what could have implications for future title shots. Xiaonan (17-4 MMA, 8-3 UFC) looks to bounce back after her challenging title fight against Zhang Weili, while Ricci (11-2 MMA, 6-2 UFC) comes in with momentum, having secured a unanimous decision victory in her last fight. This bout promises to showcase contrasting fighting styles, with Xiaonan’s striking power facing Ricci’s aggression on the ground.
Light Heavyweight Action
Fans of the light heavyweight division can also look forward to an exhilarating matchup between Volkan Oezdemir and Carlos Ulberg. Oezdemir (20-7 MMA, 8-6 UFC) will look to extend his four-fight stage with two straight finishes. His last outing showcased his knockout artistry against Johnny Walker, which could add to his confidence going into this fight. Ulberg (10-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC), having made a name for himself via a rapid-fire finish against Alonzo Menifield, is hungry to prove himself and secure a must-win against a seasoned opponent.
Additionally, Wang Cong will make her second appearance in the octagon against Gabriella Fernandes. Cong (6-0 MMA, 1-0 UFC) gained attention in her debut with a first-round knockout that highlighted her striking prowess. The fight card also features a host of other competitive matchups, including Lone’r Kavanagh versus Jose Ochoa and several “Road to UFC” finals. Each bout on this stacked card contributes to the overall richness of the event.
UFC Fight Night 248 is shaping up to be a landmark event for the promotion’s return to Macau. With star-studded fights that could change the landscape of several divisions, fans are in for an exciting night filled with high-stakes bouts and potential career-defining performances. Whether it’s the former champions or rising contenders, the stakes couldn’t be higher, marking November 23rd as a can’t-miss event for MMA enthusiasts around the globe.