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The anticipation for UFC Abu Dhabi is at an all-time high as all 26 fighters successfully made weight, ensuring a full slate of thrilling matchups at Etihad Arena this Saturday. The early weigh-ins, held at the UFC host hotel, showcased the professionalism and readiness of each competitor.
Headlining the event are bantamweight stars Cory Sandhagen (17-4) and Umar Nurmagomedov (17-0). Sandhagen hit the scale at 136 pounds, while the undefeated Nurmagomedov came in at 135 pounds. Both fighters are primed and ready to deliver an electrifying main event.
The co-main event will feature middleweight contenders Shara Magomedov (13-0) and Michal Oleksiejczuk (19-8). Magomedov weighed 186 pounds, with Oleksiejczuk right on point at 185 pounds. This matchup promises to be a clash of titans, as both fighters bring impressive records and intense fighting styles to the octagon.
Another highly anticipated bout on the main card includes former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo (23-3-1) against Marlon Vera (23-9-1). Figueiredo and Vera weighed 135 and 136 pounds, respectively, setting the stage for an explosive encounter.
The main card also features:
Michael Chiesa (170) vs. Tony Ferguson (170)
Mackenzie Dern (115.5) vs. Loopy Godinez (115.5)
Joel Alvarez (155.5) vs. Elves Brener (155)
In the preliminary bouts, fighters also hit their marks, ensuring a night filled with competitive matchups. Highlights include Alonzo Menifield (204) vs. Azamat Murzakanov (205) and Kaue Fernandes (155.5) vs. Mohammad Yahya (155).
Other preliminary card weigh-in results are:
Shamil Gaziev (262) vs. Don’Tale Mayes (265)
Guram Kutateladze (155) vs. Jordan Vucenic (155)
Viktoriia Dudakova (115.5) vs. Sam Hughes (114)
Rolando Bedoya (155) vs. Jai Herbert (155.5)
Sedriques Dumas (186) vs. Denis Tiuliulin (185)
With all fighters on point, UFC Abu Dhabi promises to be an unforgettable event. The fighters are ready, and the fans are eagerly awaiting a night of high-octane action at Etihad Arena.
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