Dsalita Who’s Fighting on Saturday?
On Saturday, there are several high-profile fights taking place in the world of combat sports. Let’s take a closer look at who’s fighting and what to expect from each matchup.
UFC 259
The main event of UFC 259 features a highly anticipated matchup between middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz. Adesanya is moving up in weight to challenge Blachowicz for his title, and many fans are eager to see if he can become a two-division champion. In the co-main event, bantamweight champion Petr Yan defends his title against Aljamain Sterling. This fight is expected to be a high-paced battle between two of the best in the division.
Another notable fight on the UFC 259 card is a women’s featherweight title bout between Amanda Nunes and Megan Anderson. Nunes is considered by many to be the greatest female fighter of all time, and Anderson will be looking to pull off a major upset.
Boxing: Canelo vs. Yildirim
Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, one of the biggest stars in boxing, will be facing Avni Yildirim in a super middleweight title fight. Canelo is heavily favored to win, but Yildirim is a tough opponent who has never been knocked out in his professional career. This fight will take place in Miami, Florida, and will be broadcast on DAZN.
Bellator 256
Bellator 256 features a rematch between light heavyweight contenders Ryan Bader and Lyoto Machida. Bader won their first fight by split decision, and Machida will be looking to avenge that loss. The winner of this fight could be in line for a shot at the Bellator light heavyweight title.
Another notable fight on the Bellator 256 card is a featherweight bout between former champion Emmanuel Sanchez and rising star Patricio “Pitbull” Freire. This fight could have major implications for the Bellator featherweight division.
One Championship: Fists of Fury II
One Championship is holding an event called Fists of Fury II, which features several exciting fights. The main event is a flyweight title fight between champion Adriano Moraes and Demetrious Johnson, one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. This will be Johnson’s second fight in One Championship, and he will be looking to capture his first title in the promotion.
Another notable fight on the One Championship card is a lightweight bout between Eddie Alvarez and Iuri Lapicus. Alvarez is a former UFC and Bellator champion, and Lapicus is a rising star who is undefeated in his professional career. This fight could be a potential title eliminator in the One Championship lightweight division.
Conclusion
Saturday is shaping up to be an exciting day for combat sports fans, with several high-profile fights taking place across multiple promotions. Whether you’re a fan of MMA or boxing, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Who will come out on top? Tune in on Saturday to find out.
