The UFC has officially rebooked the highly anticipated bantamweight matchup between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov for the upcoming event in Abu Dhabi. This fight is set to take place on August 3rd inside the Etihad Arena, marking a long-awaited return for both fighters. The initial booking of this bout took place a year ago in Nashville, but unfortunately Nurmagomedov had to withdraw due to an injury.
Cory Sandhagen, with a record of 17-4, has been on an impressive win streak lately, with three consecutive victories under his belt. Despite falling short in a title shot against Petr Yan in 2021, Sandhagen has proven himself to be a top contender in the bantamweight division. His only losses in the UFC have come against former champions such as Yan, TJ Dillashaw, and Aljamain Sterling.
Umar Nurmagomedov, boasting a flawless record of 17-0, is considered one of the most promising prospects in MMA today. The 28-year-old fighter, who is the cousin of retired UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, has made quite an impact in the bantamweight division. With a perfect 5-0 record in the UFC, including three impressive finishes, Nurmagomedov has shown his ability to compete at the highest level.
Sandhagen and Nurmagomedov currently hold the No. 2 and No. 9 rankings in the UFC’s bantamweight division, respectively. This matchup is poised to be a barnburner, with both fighters hungry for a decisive victory to propel them closer to a title shot. The clash of styles between Sandhagen’s striking prowess and Nurmagomedov’s grappling expertise is sure to make for an exciting fight that fans won’t want to miss.
The UFC’s upcoming event in Abu Dhabi will mark the promotion’s annual trip to the region since 2019. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Abu Dhabi played a pivotal role in hosting UFC events, providing a safe and secure environment for fighters to compete. With notable fighters like Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev headlining events in Abu Dhabi, the region has become synonymous with high-stakes MMA action.
The rebooking of the Sandhagen vs Nurmagomedov matchup is a highly anticipated showdown between two top bantamweight contenders. With both fighters aiming to make a statement and move one step closer to championship gold, this fight has all the makings of a classic. UFC Fight Night on August 3rd promises to deliver thrilling action for fans worldwide.
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