The UFC Octagon revisits the UFC Apex in Las Vegas this week, hosting an action-packed schedule of 13 exhilarating fights, all part of UFC on ESPN+ 112. The atmosphere is set to be electric, with spectators eagerly anticipating each clash.
The evening’s highlight concerns a major middleweight contest, set to play out over five rounds, with Marvin Vettori known for his past attempts at the title, locking horns with Roman Dolidze once again. This fight marks a repeat performance, as the two pugilists have shared the ring before.
In their previous encounter at UFC 286 in March 2023, it was Vettori who triumphed, winning the bout over Dolidze by decision. This victory burnished Vettori’s reputation, ensuring that he remains a fighter to watch in the middleweight category.
Vettori makes his comeback after nearly a two-year hiatus, having unfortunately lost to the formidable Jared Cannonier in June 2023. Despite the long layoff, Vettori’s fans are optimistic and expect an impressive performance from the former title challenger.
In contrast, Dolidze strides into this fight on the back of two consecutive victories under his belt. His winning streak has built anticipation and it will be interesting to see how his bout with Vettori pans out.
One cannot overlook the welterweight showdown between Chidi Njokuani and Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos. This main card event is expected to bring its own high-octane drama, keeping spectators riveted to the action.
In the lightweight division, Alexander Hernandez confronts Kurt Holobaugh. This face-off is backed by a bantamweight tussle that features Da’Mon Blackshear. In the light heavyweight tier, fighters Diyar Nurgozhay and Brendson Ribeiro will contend for supremacy.
Turning the spotlight to the women’s flyweight category, a competitive fight is slated to happen between Yuneisy Duben and Carli Judice. On the other hand, in the women’s bantamweight field, Josiane Nunes takes on Priscila Cachoeira.
The men’s flyweight division outlines another spectacular fight between Daniel Barez and Andre Lima. Shifting genres, we observe an intriguing women’s strawweight clash that promises Stephanie Luciano and Sam Hughes in a face-off.
The bantamweight division vaunts two engaging fights. The first one includes Carlos Vera taking on Josias Musasa. The second features SuYoung You squaring off against AJ Cunningham.
The heavyweights cannot be left behind, with Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Ryan Spann poised to deliver an unforgettable match. Their brawl will definitely hold its audience captive, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the night’s events.
Dowering the featherweight division, SeungWoo Choi is to compete against Kevin Vallejos. This bout looks promising and should certainly live up to the category’s reputation for nimble and fast-paced action.
The card also features repeats in the light heavyweight and bantamweight class sure to heat up the event. Diyar Nurgozhay takes another go at Brendson Ribeiro in the light heavyweight, despite missing the weight by 4.5 pounds. In the bantamweights, Da’Mon Blackshear faces off against Cody Gibson.
In the welterweight and middleweight categories, repeats are set to ensue. Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos renews his rivalry with Chidi Njokuani, despite Njokuani falling short by 1.25 pounds on the weight. Finally, we have the middleweight rematch between Marvin Vettori and Roman Dolidze, rounding off an action-packed day of fights.