After UFC 305 in Perth, Australia, Dana White’s promotion is heading back to its home base, the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. With only a few events left before the Apex’s renovation, fans are in for a treat, especially with the exciting Brazilian middleweight Caio Borralho, who hasn’t lost in the UFC since his debut. However, his opponent, Jared Cannonier, is no easy test, as he’s nearly a veteran in the company. This fight has all the ingredients to be an absolute barnburner.
Interestingly, after a major event, the promotion often follows up with a less thrilling card to fill the weekend. However, this time on August 25th, UFC Vegas 96 has packed the card with exciting names, from Neil Magny to veteran Gerald Meerschaert, leaving no doubt that it will be a spectacle for fans. Still, all eyes will be on the two middleweights, Borralho and Cannonier, who will surely be aiming to make their case for title contention.
Who Will Win Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho at UFC Vegas 96
To analyze who might win this matchup, let’s look into their records to see what each fighter brings to the table. Starting with Jared Cannonier, he’s competed in 24 matches, with 17 of those being in the UFC. Over his career, he has secured 17 wins and suffered 7 losses. Notably, Cannonier is a fighter who loves to secure victories through finishes, with 10 wins by TKO and 2 by submission, showcasing his well-rounded skill set. Throughout his career, he has fought many big names and even challenged for the title.
Meanwhile, Borralho has been an absolute treat to watch every time he steps into the octagon. He’s been a dominant force throughout his career, winning 16 out of 18 fights, with 5 by TKO and 4 by submission. He’s only lost once, and one of his fights ended in a no-contest. His last defeat was in 2015, giving him an impressive 9-year streak without a loss.
This fight is shaping up to be a thrilling, back-and-forth battle, with both fighters bringing their well-rounded skill sets to the octagon. Given Cannonier’s tendency to go for the TKO finish, he might look to end the fight with his striking prowess. On the other hand, if Borralho, who has a solid ground game, can successfully take ‘The Killa Gorilla’ to the ground, he could present a significant challenge and potentially shift the fight in his favor.
The big question is who will come out on top. Cannonier, now 40 and coming off a loss in his last fight, faces a tough challenge. Meanwhile, Borralho has been looking unstoppable recently, and given his impressive submission and striking skills, it seems likely that he could secure a victory via finish at Round 2.
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If Borralho emerges victorious, he will have conquered the toughest challenge of his career. ‘The Killa Gorilla’ has been a beast in the sport, taking down some of the best fighters, making this victory a significant milestone for Borralho. And will give him a solid push in his career.
How To Watch UFC Vegas 96: Jared Cannonier Vs. Caio Borralho?
Check out the full fight card below:
Main Card:
- Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho
- Angela Hill vs. Tabatha Ricci
- Neil Magny vs. Michael Morales
- Edmen Shahbazyan vs. Gerald Meerschaert
Preliminary Card:
- Danny Silva vs. Dennis Buzukja
- Zachary Reese vs. José Daniel Medina
- Viacheslav Borshchev vs. James Llontop
- Jacqueline Cavalcanti vs. Josiane Nunes
- Wang Cong vs. Victoria Leonardo
In the US, the event kicks off with the prelims at 7 PM ET on August 24, and the main card starts at 10 PM ET. Additionally, fans can also watch the main card on ESPN and ESPN+. Meanwhile, UK viewers can watch on TNT Sports, while in India, it will air on Sony Liv.
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