Former bantamweight champion faces Zalal as packed fight card set for Nevada
A new UFC Fight Night event is set to take place overnight on 26 April in Las Vegas, with a full schedule of bouts headlined by former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling, İdman.Biz reports.
The event is scheduled to begin at 01:00 Baku time, with the main card getting underway at 04:00, as the promotion continues its regular schedule at the UFC Apex. Sterling will share the octagon with Youssef Zalal in the headline bout, marking a key outing for both fighters as they look to strengthen their positions within the division.
Elsewhere on the main card, Norma Dumont takes on Joselyne Edwards, while Rafa Garcia meets Alexander Hernandez. Other notable match-ups include Montel Jackson against Raoni Barcelos and a heavyweight clash featuring Marcus Buchecha Almeida versus Ryan Spann.
The preliminary card also offers a number of intriguing contests, including Rodolfo Vieira facing Eric McConico, as well as appearances from fighters such as Mayra Bueno Silva and Max Griffin.
With a mix of established names and rising prospects, the event provides another opportunity for fighters to make a statement in one of MMA’s most competitive promotions.
