Fighting after a major event is always a challenge for fighters looking to grab attention, and while excitement for UFC Macau may seem lesser following the action-packed UFC 309, there’s still plenty of buzz surrounding the upcoming event. With two elite fighters, Petr Yan and Deiveson Figueiredo, headlining the card, it could turn out to be a surprise, much like a question that comes out of the syllabus. As we look ahead to the event, here’s a breakdown of what to expect and what each fighter is bringing to the table.
Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo: Prediction
Starting with Petr Yan, he has built a solid fighting career and is widely regarded as one of the strongest bantamweights in the UFC, known for his power. With a 17-5-0 record, Yan has secured 7 wins by knockout and 1 by submission, showing his strong striking abilities compared to his grappling. Throughout his career, he’s taken down big names like Cory Sandhagen, Jose Aldo, and others. However, his recent form has been a bit rocky, having lost 4 out of his last 6 fights. Still, he managed to bounce back with a win in his most recent bout against Song Yadong, showing he’s still a dangerous contender.
On the other hand, Deiveson Figueiredo has established himself as a legend in the sport, having previously been the flyweight champion before moving up to bantamweight after losing his belt. With an impressive 24-3-1 record, Figueiredo has dominated almost every opponent he’s faced, even once going on a 15-fight win streak. Unlike Yan, Figueiredo is an all-around fighter, with 9 wins by knockout and 9 by submission, showcasing his versatility. Now, after making the switch to bantamweight, he’s aiming to reclaim dominance in the division, this time as a bantamweight contender.
Regarding predictions, Figueiredo’s all-around game gives him the edge over Yan, especially with his ability to mix up striking and submissions. Yan’s recent struggles make it tough to back him, while Figueiredo’s size advantage at bantamweight could give him the upper hand. Overall, Figueiredo looks like the stronger contender heading into this fight.
How to Watch Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo?
With UFC Macau set to take place at the Galaxy Arena in Macau, China, the event’s timing will be different from the usual UFC Fight Card. The preliminary card will kick off at 3:00 AM on November 23, followed by the main card starting at 6:00 AM ET / 11:00 AM UK. Fans can expect the Yan vs. Figueiredo bout to begin around 9:00 AM ET / 2:00 PM UK, so viewers will need to adjust their schedules to catch the action live. It’s not just the bantamweight headliner; there are also many fights that surely will keep fans on edge.
- Petr Yan vs. Deiveson Figueiredo (Bantamweight)
- Yan Xiaonan vs. Tabatha Ricci (Women’s Strawweight)
- Song Kenan vs. Muslim Salikhov (Welterweight)
- Wang Cong vs. Gabriella Fernandes (Women’s Flyweight)
- Volkan Oezdemir vs. Carlos Ulberg (Light Heavyweight)
- Zhang Mingyang vs. Ozzy Diaz (Light Heavyweight)
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Preliminary Card
- Baergeng Jieleyisi vs. Suyong Yu (Bantamweight)
- Kiru Singh Sahota vs. Donghun Choi (Flyweight)
- Shi Ming vs. Feng Xiaocan (Women’s Strawweight)
- Nyamjargal Tumendemberel vs. Carlos Hernandez (Flyweight)
- Lone’er Kavanagh vs. Jose Ochoa (Flyweight)
- Xiao Long vs. Quang Le (Bantamweight)
- Maheshate vs. Nikolas Motta (Lightweight)
For streaming details, fans in the U.S. can catch the fight on ESPN+, while in the UK, TNT Sports will be broadcasting the event. Internationally, UFC Fight Pass will offer coverage for fans around the world.
