Get ready for an epic showdown at UFC 290! Witness the thrilling main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Yair Rodriguez as they battle it out on Saturday (July 8) at the iconic T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This highly anticipated event marks the 30th anniversary of UFC, promising an unforgettable night of intense MMA action. Don’t miss out on the excitement!
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Volkanovski, a seasoned professional since 2012, is set to defend his title against interim champion Yair Rodriguez, aiming to uphold his reign of dominance. This upcoming bout marks Volkanovski’s first defense since July 2022, following his recent loss to UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in February.
Rodriguez began his professional career in 2011 and showcased his talents by claiming victory in The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America tournament in 2014. His path to the fight against Volkanovski involved a remarkable win over Josh Emmett through a submission, securing the interim belt along the way.
Discover the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 290: A Comprehensive Guide
Event Details:
Date: July 8, 2023
Main Event Time: 10:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) / 7:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST)
Venue UFC 290 Location : T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
UFC 290: Alexander Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez – Exciting Matchup Details:
The highly anticipated headliner match of the event is set to commence at 10 pm ET or 7:30 am IST. Alexander Volkanovski (25-2), currently ranked at the top of ESPN’s pound-for-pound men’s MMA ranking, is aiming for a rebound after his loss in February. On the other hand, Rodriguez has showcased an impressive record with just one defeat in his last six fights. Expect an electrifying clash between these two talented fighters.
Where to watch UFC 290?
For fans located in the United States, the Main Card of the event is scheduled to kick off at 10 pm Eastern Time (ET) or 7 pm Pacific Time (PT) exclusively on ESPN+. Get ready for an action-packed evening of thrilling sports entertainment.
In Canada, the Prelims are scheduled to start at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT and will be broadcasted on TSN and RDS. Fans can catch the Main Card on various platforms including BELL, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Videotron, Telus, YouTube, UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass, and Rumble. Don’t miss out on the thrilling action!
UK and Ireland:
The Main Card is set to kick off at 3 am GMT (Sunday) and can be viewed on BT Sport. The Prelims will commence at 1 am GMT (Sunday) on both UFC FIGHT PASS and BT Sport, providing viewers with an action-packed lineup of fights.
Early Prelims: 11 pm GMT on UFC FIGHT PASS
Main Card: 4 am CET (Sunday) on various platforms:
RMC Sport 2 (France)
UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass (Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain)
DAZN (Germany, Italy)
Discovery+ (Netherlands)
Eurosport (Spain)
Polsat Sport (Poland)
Viaplay (Denmark, Norway, Sweden)
UFC FIGHT PASS (Switzerland)
Preliminary Matches: Catch the Action at 2 am CET (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS, Discovery+ (Netherlands), RMC Sport 2 (France), Polsat (Poland), and Eurosport (Spain).
Early Preliminary Matches: Tune in at 12 am CET (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS and Polsat (Poland) for the exciting showdowns.
UFC 290 Fight Card:
Main Card:
Headliner: Alexander Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez (Featherweight Showdown)
Co-Main Event: Brandon Moreno vs Alexandre Pantoja (Flyweight Title Clash)
Featured Bout: Robert Whittaker vs Dricus Du Plessis (Middleweight Championship Battle)
Thrilling Matchup: Jalin Turner vs Dan Hooker (Lightweight Showdown)
Exciting Showdown: Bo Nickal vs Tresean Gore (Middleweight Clash)
Preliminary Matches:
Exciting Welterweight Clash: Robbie Lawler vs Niko Price
Showcasing Welterweight Talent: Jack Della Maddalena vs Josiah Harrell
Women’s Strawweight Battle: Yazmin Jauregui vs Denise Gomes
Light-Heavyweight Showdown: Jimmy Crute vs Alonzo Menifield
Early Preliminary Matches:
Light-Heavyweight Thriller: Vitor Petrino vs Marcin Prachnio
Bantamweight Action: Cameron Saaiman vs Terrence Mitchell
Flyweight Showdown: Shannon Ross vs Jesus Aguilar
Lightweight Encounter: Kamuela Kirk vs Esteban Ribovics
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