Andrei Arlovski, a former UFC heavyweight champion, will make his Dirty Boxing debut against Terrance Hodges at DBX 1 in Miami on March 22, following his departure from the UFC.
Dirty Boxing’s first official event has a surprise for die-hard UFC fans. Andrei Arlovski, a name that echoes in the halls of MMA history, is stepping into the ring once more.
On Thursday, the promotion revealed that Arlovski will make his debut at DBX 1 on March 22 in Miami. His opponent? Terrance Hodges. An intriguing matchup!
Arlovski just turned 46, and he’s looking to shake off a string of losses. His last fight was a nail-biting split decision defeat against Martin Buday at UFC 303 this past June. Can you believe he fought in 42 UFC bouts over multiple stints? That’s dedication.
Meanwhile, Hodges is no stranger to the fight game. The 40-year-old has danced across various disciplines. He’s faced tough opponents like Mohammad Usman and Dustin Jacoby. Both fights didn’t go his way, but hey, every punch counts in experience.
DBX 1 isn’t just about Arlovski and Hodges. The main attraction? A heavyweight clash between Yoel Romero and Ras Hylton. Plus, there’s an interesting twist—Mike Perry, the BKFC superstar and former UFC fighter, part-owns the promotion. Talk about star power!