The highly anticipated UFC St. Louis event is set to take place tonight (Sat., May 11, 2024) at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The event will be broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN+. Headlining the event is a heavyweight bout between Derrick Lewis and Rodrigo Nascimento. The co-main event will feature Joaquin Buckley facing off against Nursulton Ruziboev in a welterweight clash.
Derrick Lewis, known for his knockout prowess and sense of humor, is aiming to recover from a recent string of losses. On the other hand, Nascimento, currently ranked No. 15, views this fight as an opportunity to rise in the rankings by defeating Lewis. The fight card also includes several other compelling matchups that are sure to deliver some thrilling moments.
Although a few fights had to be scrapped due to injuries and other reasons, the remaining lineup is still stacked with talented fighters poised to showcase their skills. Competitors such as Terrance McKinney, Tecia Pennington, and Charles Johnson will be striving to extend their winning streaks and assert themselves in their respective weight classes.
In one of the main card bouts, Alonzo Menifield will take on Carlos Ulberg in a light heavyweight showdown that has the potential to be a showstopper. Additionally, Alex Caceres will be looking to rebound from a loss as he squares off against Sean Woodson in a featherweight bout.
Overall, UFC St. Louis guarantees an action-packed evening of fights featuring a mix of seasoned fighters and emerging talents eager to leave a mark on the sport. Be sure not to miss out on the excitement!
