The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is back at the Apex tonight (Sat., June 15, 2024) for UFC Vegas 93 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features a men’s Flyweight fight between Alex Perez and Tatsuro Taira, with the co-main event showcasing Douglas Silva de Andrade against Miles Johns in a Bantamweight battle.
The Flyweight division is currently undergoing a transition phase without some of its prominent champions like Brandon Moreno, leading to less buzz and fewer intense rivalries. Alex Perez is looking for a comeback after facing challenges on his way back to the octagon. On the other hand, Tatsuro Taira, who remains undefeated and holds the No. 13 rank, is eager to break into the Top 10 and demonstrate his potential as a future title contender. The matchup is expected to offer fans a captivating showdown between Perez’s aggressive approach and Taira’s technical expertise.
While the card might not boast many big-name stars, the fights lined up are promising to deliver high-octane action. Changes to the original fight card include Tagir Ulanbekov squaring off against Joshua Van due to weight issues and Andrei Arlovski facing Martin Buday at UFC 303. Injuries have also influenced the lineup, with Andre Muniz and Ikram Aliskerov unable to participate.
New faces like Julia Polastri and Carli Judice will be making their first appearance in the UFC, bringing in a wave of fresh talent to the event. Fans can tune in to ESPN+ to catch all the action, with an exciting lineup of fights awaiting them.
