In the final event of this month, UFC is back with an amazing Fight Night event for fans. UFC Vegas 96 will feature Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho in the main event. Additionally, fans can look forward to a women’s strawweight bout between Angela Hill and Tabatha Ricci in the co-main event. This event is set to take place on August 24, 2024, at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas, Nevada. However, it’s not just the main card that’s exciting; the entire prelims are also expected to showcase an action-packed night for fans.
Who Will Win Danny Silva vs. Dennis Buzukja?
Fans will see a featherweight fight headlining the preliminary card of UFC Vegas 96 between Danny Silva and Dennis Buzukja. Silva holds a record of 9 wins and 1 loss and is currently on a three-fight win streak. Of his 9 wins, 5 have come by knockout, showcasing his striking abilities. However, he lacks in the grappling department.
In contrast, Buzukja, who holds a record of 12 wins and 4 losses, also has 5 wins by knockout. Known as “The Great,” Dennis Buzukja has a solid ground game.
Both fighters have equal striking power. However, if the fight primarily goes to the ground, Buzukja is predicted toimous decision.
Who Will Win Zachary Reese vs. Jose Medina?
In the middleweight action, fans will see Zachary Reese face off against Jose Medina. Reese has a record of 7-1-0, with 4 wins by knockout and 2 wins by submission. All 7 of his victories have come by first-round finishes, showcasing his extraordinary striking power. In his last fight, Reese defeated Julian Marquez via TKO in the first round. However, he is less proficient in takedowns and grappling.
Jose Medina has a record of 11-3-0, with 8 wins by knockout and 2 by submission. Medina is coming off a decision loss in his previous fight against Magomed Gadzhiyasulov.
Both fighters have comparable statistics, making this a potentially tough fight. However, Medina is predicted to win, as he has a 53% striking defense compared to Reese’s 28%.
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Who Will Win Viacheslav Borshchev vs. James Llontop?
Viacheslav Borshchev has won seven fights, faced four losses, and had one no-contest in his professional fighting career. He has lost two of his previous fights, one against Chase Hooper and another against Nazim Sadykhov. He has six knockout wins but lacks submission skills and is not strong in the ground game.
James Llontop has a record of 14-3-0 and is also coming off a submission loss against Chris Padilla. Llontop has 7 knockout wins and 1 submission victory. He has an advantage in the ground game and also possesses very strong striking power.
It’s predicted that Llontop will win the fight if it goes to the ground. Additionally, he also holds strong striking power.
Who Will Win Jacqueline Cavalcanti vs. Josiane Nunes?
Jacqueline Cavalcanti has a record of 6 wins and 1 loss. She is currently on a 3-fight win streak, with 3 of those wins coming by knockout. In her last fight, Cavalcanti secured a victory against Zarah Fairn.
Nunes has a record of 10 wins and 2 losses. In her last fight, Chelsea Chandler ended Nunes’ 3-fight win streak.
However, it is predicted that Nunes will win this fight via unanimous decision, as she showcased strong, striking defense and controlled each round in her previous fight.
Who Will Win Wang Cong vs. Victoria Leonardo?
Fans will go to see another women’s fight in the flyweight division, where Wang Cong faces Victoria Leonardo. Cong “The Joker” Wang is currently undefeated with a professional record of 5-0-0. This will be her debut fight in the UFC against Victoria Leonardo.
Victoria Leonardo holds the Record of 9-6-0. In her last fight, Leonardo lost the fight against Natalia Silva via TKO in the first round. However, he holds the 4 WINS BY SUBMISSION. But lacks striking powers.
It’s predicted that the ‘the Joker’ will win this fight via TKO, as she has striking powers and good ground control. In contrast, Leonardo has less striking powers and weak defense.
UFC Vegas 96: Fight Card and More
Main card
- Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho, middleweight
- Angela Hill vs. Tabatha Ricci, women’s strawweight
- Ryan Loder vs. Robert Valentin, middleweight
- Neil Magny vs. Michael Morales, welterweight
- Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Gerald Meerschaert, middleweight
Prelims
- Danny Silva vs. Dennis Buzukja, featherweight
- Zachary Reese vs. Jose Medina, middleweight
- Viacheslav Borshchev vs. James Llontop, lightweight
- Jacqueline Cavalcanti vs. Josiane Nunes, women’s bantamweight
- Wang Cong vs. Victoria Leonardo, women’s flyweight
The main card is expected to start at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. Meanwhile, the preliminary card will start at 6.30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT. The event will be streamed live on ESPN 2 and ESPN+. And also on the UFC fight pass application. Fans can watch the entire event with the basic ESPN subscription. So make sure not to miss the action.
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