Get ready for an explosive night of MMA as UFC 291 presents the rematch between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Don’t miss out on this clash of lightweight titans!
In the heart of Salt Lake City, anticipation builds for an electrifying night of mixed martial arts. The upcoming UFC 291 event is set to deliver a thrilling lineup of fights that will leave fans on the edge of their seats.
Headlining the event is the highly anticipated rematch for the BMF title in the lightweight division . The #2 ranked Dustin Poirier, fresh off an impressive win over Michael Chandler, is ready to face off against the relentless #3 ranked Justin Gaethje. Their first encounter in 2018 left fans breathless, and this rematch promises to be a clash of titans that could redefine the limits of endurance and skill.
In the co-main event, two light heavyweight title contenders will go head-to-head. The powerhouse #3 ranked Jan Blachowicz will take on the striking sensation and former middleweight champion Alex Pereira. Blachowicz, known for his Polish power and iron will, faces his toughest challenge yet as he confronts Pereira’s lightning-fast strikes and championship pedigree.
The action continues with an explosive heavyweight matchup between #11 ranked Derrick Lewis and the hard-hitting Marcus Rogerio De Lima. Lewis, renowned for his fight-ending knockout power, aims to turn around a three-fight skid, while De Lima seeks to prove himself as a formidable force capable of dethroning the giants.
Fan favorites Tony Ferguson and Bobby Green will also step into the cage for a thrilling lightweight battle. Ferguson, known for his unorthodox style and relentless pressure, will face Green, who brings a mix of skill and heart that never fails to excite fans.
Kicking off the main card, two welterweight challengers collide as #12 ranked Michael Chiesa meets the unpredictable Kevin Holland. Chiesa’s grappling expertise and relentless determination will be put to the test against Holland’s crisp striking and ability to finish fights from unexpected positions.
The prelims will feature exciting matchups as well. Darrius Flowers will make his UFC debut against Jake Matthews in the welterweight division. CJ Vergara and Vinicius Salvador will look to make a mark in the flyweight division. Claudio Ribeiro takes on Roman Kopylov as both fighters aim to stay in the win column. In the feature prelim bout, Gabriel Bonfim looks to remain undefeated against a surging Trevin Giles at welterweight.
Early prelims include a flyweight bout between Miranda Maverick and Priscila Cachoeira, as well as a welterweight clash between Matthew Semelsberger and Uros Medic.
UFC 291 promises to deliver an explosive night of action with its lineup of thrilling matchups. The main event rematch between Poirier and Gaethje is sure to create fireworks in the octagon, leaving fans in awe of the lightweight division ‘s talent.
Fight Results
| Fight | Result |
|---|---|
| Dustin Poirier vs Justin Gaethje | TBD |
| Jan Blachowicz vs Alex Pereira | TBD |
| Derrick Lewis vs Marcus Rogerio De Lima | TBD |
| Tony Ferguson vs Bobby Green | TBD |
| Michael Chiesa vs Kevin Holland | TBD |
Early prelims start at 6:00PM CDT on UFC Fight Pass and ESPN+. Action then shifts to ABC, ESPN, and ESPN+ at 7:00PM followed by the pay-per-view main card at 9:00PM on ESPN+ PPV.
