This weekend, the most eagerly awaited event at UFC 224 is the clash between Tom Aspinall and Marcin Tybura. The two heavyweights will face off in the main event in London, at the prestigious O2 Arena in the UK. A 15-fight card is scheduled for Saturday (July 22) with some great bouts and notable fighters, but the focus will undoubtedly be on Aspinall and Tybura.
Let’s take a closer look at the matches.
André Muniz vs. Paul Craig
In a highlight fight, it’s a battle of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialists, with Andre Muniz moving up to the middleweight division to face Paul Craig. Both fighters are skilled in finishing, which makes this an exciting contest. However, there are doubts about Craig’s performance at the lightest weight of his career.
Ketlen Viera vs. Pannie Kianzad
The women’s bantamweight division is very open and every win is crucial for the fighters trying to make their mark. Brazilian Vieira has had a mixture of successes and setbacks in recent years, always remaining on the fringes of the title picture. Her opponent, Kianzad, had a career slump in 2015, but has since made an impressive comeback, securing five wins in her last six fights. It will be a critical fight for both fighters.
Bruna Brasil vs. Shauna Bannon
In the women’s strawweight division, Shauna “Mama B” Bannon, with an undefeated record of 5-0-0, will face Bruna Brasil, who has a record of 8-3-1. Bannon’s strength lies in her ground game, which makes her a formidable force if the fight goes to the mat, using her submission attempts to control the fight.
Jafel Filho vs. Daniel Barez
The excitement continues with an attractive match-up at UFC Fight Night 224, where Jafel Filho and Daniel Barez face off in a flyweight fight. Fans can expect an electrifying display of skill, strategy and determination when these fighters step into the octagon to fight. This promises to be an intense clash for MMA enthusiasts around the world.