The UFC is set to make its long-awaited return to Mexico in 2024, featuring former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in the main event. Get all the details about this exciting event and Moreno’s homecoming fight against Amir Albazi.
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2024 | UFC in Mexico | Mexico City |
- The UFC is planning to make its return to Mexico in 2024.
- Former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno will headline the event.
- Moreno’s opponent will be fellow contender Amir Albazi.
- The fight will take place on February 24 in Mexico City.
- Both fighters will have the opportunity to earn a shot at the flyweight championship.
- Moreno previously held the title but lost it to Alexandre Pantoja.
- Albazi has an undefeated record in the UFC.
- Fans are excited to see Moreno fight on home soil.
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UFC Set to Return to Mexico in 2024
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is making its highly anticipated return to Mexico in 2024, and it is bringing along one of the country’s biggest mixed martial arts stars. Former two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, known as ‘The Assassin Baby,’ will be headlining the event. This will be Moreno’s first fight on home soil since 2019, and his popularity has soared after his recent victories over Deiveson Figueiredo.
Moreno’s next fight is scheduled for February 24 in Mexico City, where he will face fellow contender Amir Albazi. The matchup was confirmed by ESPN Deportes’ Carlos Contreras Legaspi and Eurosport Nederland’s Marcel Dorff. The co-headliner bout will be a five-round fight, and both fighters will have the opportunity to earn a shot at the flyweight championship.
Earlier this year, Moreno held the flyweight title after defeating Figueiredo in their fourth fight at UFC 283 in Rio de Janeiro. However, he lost the title in a split decision to Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 290. Moreno bounced back with a win against Kai Kara-France and is now looking to repeat that success against Albazi, who also has a victory over Kara-France.
Albazi has an undefeated record of 5-0 in the UFC, with wins over Zhalgas Zhumagulov and Francisco Figueiredo. He recently solidified his position as a top contender with a victory over Kara-France. Now, Albazi aims to spoil Moreno’s homecoming and make his own case for a title shot.
The UFC’s return to Mexico is highly anticipated, and fans are excited to see Moreno showcase his skills on home turf. This event promises to be a thrilling night of fights and a celebration of Mexican MMA.
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