In a highly anticipated matchup set to take place in the first quarter of next year, Curtis Blaydes will face Jailton Almeida at UFC 299. This exciting fight has been confirmed by sources, although the UFC has yet to make an official announcement regarding the event’s date and location. With ESPN ranking Blaydes as the No. 5 heavyweight contender and Almeida as the No. 8, fans can expect an intense battle between two top competitors in the division.
Originally, Blaydes and Almeida were scheduled to fight each other on November 4th at UFC Sao Paulo. However, Blaydes had to withdraw from the matchup due to undisclosed reasons, leading to Derrick Lewis stepping in as a replacement. This cancellation left fans disappointed, but now, they can eagerly anticipate the rescheduled bout between Blaydes and Almeida at UFC 299 in March.
Blaydes, with a record of 17-4, 1 NC, experienced a setback in his last fight with a knockout loss to Sergei Pavlovich in April. Nevertheless, prior to that defeat, the Chicago-area native had been on a three-fight winning streak. Throughout his impressive seven-year UFC career, Blaydes has mainly faced tough opponents, including power punchers such as Pavlovich, Francis Ngannou, and Derrick Lewis.
On the other hand, Almeida enters the octagon with an impressive record of 20-2. The Brazilian fighter has been dominant, winning 15 consecutive matches, including his first six in the UFC. Almeida recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Derrick Lewis, showcasing his skill and determination. Interestingly, this win marked Almeida’s first fight to go the distance in his 11-year career.
Apart from the highly anticipated matchup between Blaydes and Almeida, UFC 299 will feature other thrilling fights. The main event will see bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley defend his title against Marlon “Chito” Vera. This battle for the belt promises to be a show-stopping contest between two talented fighters. Additionally, former lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos is set to go up against Mateusz Gamrot, adding another level of excitement to the event.
News of the rematch between Curtis Blaydes and Jailton Almeida at UFC 299 has sparked excitement among MMA fans. With Blaydes looking to get back on the winning track and Almeida aiming to extend his impressive winning streak, this matchup between two heavyweight contenders is expected to deliver explosive action inside the octagon. As the event’s date and location are yet to be announced, fans eagerly await further details from the UFC.
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