It's the first time the promotion has been back in the capital city of California since July 2019. In the main event, veteran middleweights are set to throw down when Anthony Hernandez takes on Gregory Rodrigues. "Fluffy" Hernandez is coming off a difficult loss to Sean Strickland in February that halted a eight-fight win streak.
A win over "Robocop" on Saturday could get Hernandez right back into the title conversation. Rodrigues enters on a three-fight win streak and with victories in six of his last seven. FC numbered event and UFC Fight Night is included with your subscription!
Plans start as low as $8.99/month or $89.99/year! Elsewhere, more veteran middleweights are set to collide, except not at 185 pounds. Reinier de Ridder and Roman Dolidze will square off at light heavyweight in hopes of sparking a new run.
Plus, fresh of earning a contract on Dana White's Contender Series a week ago, heavyweight Anthony Wint makes his UFC debut against Terrance Chatman. Below is how you can catch all the action on Saturday in Las Vegas. Also, be sure to check out our full preview and expert picks for the main event.
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