Get the latest updates on UFC 300 and Power Slap’s Super Bowl weekend spectacle. Discover the title fight announcement, surprises from Dana White, and the rise of Callum Walsh in the fight world.
| UFC 300 Title Fight Announcement
UFC CEO Dana White has announced the first title fight for UFC 300. Weili Zhang will defend her women’s strawweight belt against Yan Xiaonan, creating history with two Chinese mixed martial artists facing off.
| Power Slap’s Super Bowl Weekend
Power Slap 6, the thrilling fighting series, will take place on Friday, February 9, during Super Bowl weekend in Vegas. The event will be held at Durango Station, the new casino by the Fertittas. Power Slap promises to be the hottest ticket in Vegas that weekend.
| Eddie Brahimir’s Redemption
Middleweight fighter Eddie Brahimir has earned a second chance after a tough loss earlier in the season. He emerged victorious in a thrilling fight against Amir Nuriddeen and will continue his journey in Vegas.
| Callum Walsh’s Next Fight
Undefeated boxer Callum Walsh will defend his WBC USA Silver Super Welterweight title on Friday, March 15, at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. Following his impressive win in New York City, Walsh’s next fight will be broadcast globally on UFC Fight Pass.
| Exciting Projects at Thrill One
Dana White and the Thrill One Sports & Entertainment group have exciting projects in the works, extending their collaboration beyond Power Slap.
| Promising Career of Callum Walsh
Dana White sees immense potential in Callum Walsh, an undefeated boxer from Ireland. After his upcoming fight at Madison Square Garden, Walsh’s next bout will be held in his home country.
UFC 300 Title Fight and Power Slap ‘s Super Bowl Weekend
Welcome to The Weekly Takedown, Sports Illustrated’s in-depth look at MMA. In the latest news, UFC CEO Dana White has announced the first title fight for UFC 300. The highly anticipated women’s strawweight title bout will feature Weili Zhang defending her belt against Yan Xiaonan. This historic fight showcases two talented mixed martial artists from China, promising an exciting showdown.
But that’s not all! Dana White has more surprises in store. Today, he will make two additional UFC 300 announcements, building up the anticipation for this milestone event.
In addition to UFC 300, White is gearing up for the season finale of Power Slap . Power Slap 6, the thrilling fighting series, will take place on Friday, February 9, coinciding with the Super Bowl weekend in Vegas. The event will be held at Durango Station, the newly constructed casino by the Fertittas. With Power Slap being the hottest ticket in Vegas that weekend, fight fans are in for an unforgettable experience.
It’s worth noting that Power Slap is hosted at a Fertitta-owned property, solidifying the partnership between Dana White and the Thrill One Sports & Entertainment group. This collaboration extends beyond Power Slap , as they have exciting projects in the works at Thrill One.
One of the standout stories from the current season of Power Slap is the redemption of middleweight fighter Eddie Brahimir. After a tough loss earlier in the season, Brahimir was granted a second chance and emerged victorious in a thrilling fight against Amir Nuriddeen. His journey will continue in Vegas, and fans are eager to see how he performs.
Another exciting development revolves around Callum Walsh, an undefeated boxer from Cork, Ireland. Walsh, with a record of 9-0 and 7 KOs, will have his next fight on Friday, March 15, coinciding with St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The fight will take place at The Theater at Madison Square Garden and will be broadcast globally on UFC Fight Pass. Walsh will defend his WBC USA Silver Super Welterweight title for the third time in a ten-round main event. After his successful bout in New York City last November, where he defeated Ismael Villarreal, Walsh is ready to showcase his skills on a global stage.
Dana White is impressed with Walsh’s fighting style and believes he has immense potential. Following his fight at Madison Square Garden, Walsh’s next bout will be held in his home country of Ireland, adding to the excitement surrounding his promising career.
