The UFC is having a massive year so far, and fans and gamblers have already been treated to incredible showcases. From Justin Gaethje‘s incredible knockout to Du Plessis’ shocker on Whittaker, the past several UFC events have brought upsets to favourites, unforgettable moments, and major shakeups. The next event, UFC 292, will likely bring more of the same.
UFC 292 will be a spectacle for fans and bettors alike. The matchups have been set, and the odds have been established on major sportsbooks like Bodog, and now fans can start looking forward to what will be a can’t-miss event. Let’s look at the details of this thrilling spectacle and get excited for a top-notch UFC card.
Date, Location, and How to Watch
UFC 292 will be held on August 19th, 2023. It will be the sport’s last major event of the summer, so fans will surely want to make the most of this experience. The spectacle will be held at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Watching this UFC event will be similar to watching any other big ones. Fans can watch the prelims on ESPN+, and the rest of the match must be purchased on pay-per-view.
Neal vs. Garry
A big welterweight showdown will be held on the card, with Geoff Neal squaring off against Ian Machado Garry. Neal is the experienced veteran in this showdown, ranked #8 amongst the welterweights. He has had some significant wins in his career, including beating Belal Muhammad in a decision. However, he has lost three of his last five bouts. Garry is the big unknown in this matchup. He is undefeated but only has five UFC fights on his resume. At #13 in the division, a win over Neal would mark a major step up for him.
Vera vs. Munhoz
Marlon Vera and Pedro Munhoz are two fighters who have been scrapping their way through the bantamweight division for years. Both have had massive career wins, with Munhoz beating Cody Garbrandt and Rob Font and Vera beating Sean O’Malley. But the two have never fought each other, and this should make for a thrilling bout. Both fighters have unpredictable, engaging fight styles and desperately need a win to climb the rankings. This night will be a big one for the future of the bantamweight division, and both fighters are hoping to get another shot to work their way up.
Weili vs. Lemos
The first title fight of the night and the co-headliner should be a doozie. The women’s strawweight has brought some dynamic champions to the forefront, and Zhang Weili is looking to cement herself among that group. Weili has been a champion or fighting for championships for the past four years now, and her only UFC losses have come to Rose Namajunas. Now, she’ll have to take on Amanda Lemos, who will seek to take Weili’s belt away. Lemos is a 36-year-old fighter, and this is her first crack at a championship tilt. This could be a career-defining moment for the Brazilian, but Weili should be the heavy favourite.
Sterling vs. O’Malley
The final fight of the night is for the men’s bantamweight belt. It will feature one of the more underappreciated fighters of the generation against a meteoric rising star who could cement himself as one of the faces of the sport. Aljamain Sterling has the belt after beating Henry Cejudo, and he has defended it three times. Sterling hasn’t lost a fight since 2017, and his well-rounded game makes him incredibly dangerous. O’Malley is the rising star, a flamboyant fighter known for his unbelievable striking abilities. This match will show how legitimate he is as a top-tier contender.