Molly McCann is set to face Julija Stoliarenko in a flyweight bout at the UFC’s return to London’s O2 Arena.
Molly McCann is set to return to the O2 Arena as she faces Julija Stoliarenko in a flyweight bout for the UFC’s return to London on July 22nd. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the UFC, confirming that McCann will be back in action after getting soundly defeated by Erin Blanchfield at UFC 281. Prior to that loss, “Meatball” had won three straight matches inside the octagon, including a Fight of the Night with Ji Yeon Kim and back-to-back spinning back elbow knockouts over Luana Carolina and Hannah Goldy that earned her Performance of the Night bonuses.
Both of McCann’s memorable performances took place in front of a spirited crowd at the O2, and McCann will look to once again energize her fans with another spectacular showing. On the other hand, Stoliarenko has been facing hard times recently, losing four out of five fights since joining the UFC in 2020. The 30-year-old Lithuanian fighter hopes to secure her position in the UFC with a victory over the popular Liverpudlian.
McCann versus Stoliarenko is the first announced bout for UFC London, setting the stage for an intense showcase of talent and determination from the fighters. As both athletes face a critical point in their careers, this upcoming match promises to be an exciting buildup and a thrilling addition to the event.