UFC Fight Night: New Bouts Announced!

Get ready fight fans, the UFC has been busy behind the scenes, announcing a slew of exciting new matchups across several upcoming fight nights. Here's a breakdown of what's on the horizon:

July 18, 2026

The July 18th card will feature a women's flyweight clash between Anna Melisano and Dione Barbosa. Melisano, with a professional record of 12-3-0, brings a strong striking game, while Barbosa will look to utilize her skills to climb the rankings. In another flyweight contest, RJ Harris will face Alvin Hines. Both fighters will be looking to make a statement and secure a significant win.

July 25, 2026

Nurullo Aliev will step into the octagon against Mike Davis on July 25th. Aliev, known for his wrestling background, will face a dangerous striker in Davis, promising an intriguing stylistic battle.

August 22, 2026

August 22nd sees a middleweight showdown between Kody Steele and Gauge Young. Steele, a submission specialist with an 8-1-0 record, will face the challenge of Young. In the heavyweight division, Kennedy Nzechukwu (14-6-1) is set to take on Shamil Gaziev (14-3-0). Nzechukwu, known for his striking power, will be tested by the heavy-handed Gaziev.

August 29, 2026

The August 29th card is shaping up to be a massive event, headlined by a bantamweight super-fight between the highly-touted Umar Nurmagomedov (20-1-0) and the dangerous Song Yadong (22-8-1). Nurmagomedov, a product of the renowned Dagestani wrestling system, will face a stern test in Yadong, who is known for his striking and submission skills. In another bantamweight bout, Yan Xiaonan (12-3-0) will face Denise Gomes (12-3-0). Xiaonan, a powerful striker, will look to overcome the dynamic Gomes. The flyweight division will also be on display as Rei Tsuruya (11-1-0) faces Kevin Borjas (11-5-0). Tsuruya, a submission artist, will be looking to add another win to his impressive record against Borjas. Finally, in a lightweight contest, the explosive Sumudaerji will meet the experienced Alex Perez (26-10-0). Perez, a former title challenger, will be looking to get back on track against the dangerous Sumudaerji.

Fans can expect a thrilling series of fights with these new bookings, showcasing a mix of styles and talent across multiple weight classes.

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