The highly anticipated UFC 307 event is quickly coming together with several exciting matchups already confirmed. One of the main events is expected to feature Raquel Pennington defending her UFC women’s bantamweight title against former champion Julianna Pena. Additionally, MMA icon and former featherweight champion Jose Aldo has re-signed with the UFC and will face Mario Bautista. Aldo, who is considered one of the greatest featherweights of all time, is on the cusp of becoming a title contender in the bantamweight division.
Aldo, currently ranked No. 8, is coming off an impressive win over Jonathan Martinez and will look to continue his momentum in the new weight class. Bautista, ranked No. 12, has won six straight fights and is eager to secure a victory against a legend like Aldo to boost his ranking. The matchup between these two talented fighters is expected to be a high-stakes clash that could have significant implications for the bantamweight division.
Another exciting fight confirmed for UFC 307 is a No. 1 contender’s match in the women’s bantamweight division between Kayla Harrison and Ketlen Viera. Harrison, a former judo champion, made a successful debut at UFC 300 with a dominant win over Holly Holm. Ranked No. 3, Harrison is seen as a potential future title challenger. Viera, ranked No. 2, has been close to a title shot for years and will be looking to secure a win over Harrison to finally get her shot at the title.
The confirmed lineup of fights for UFC 307 also includes matchups such as Movsar Evloev vs. Aljamain Sterling, Chris Curtis vs. Kevin Holland, Marina Rodriguez vs. Iasmin Lucindo, Ihor Potieria vs. César Almeida, and Carla Esparza vs. Tecia Pennington. With the addition of the highly anticipated Pennington-Pena fight, the event is shaping up to be a worthy follow-up to previous UFC events and a good transition event leading up to UFC 308.
The UFC is ending the year on a high note with these exciting matchups, showcasing a mix of established veterans and rising stars in the MMA world. Fans can expect a night of thrilling fights and potential title implications as fighters like Aldo, Harrison, Viera, and others compete for their shot at UFC gold. With the anticipation building for UFC 307 and the possibility of more matchups being added to the card, the event is set to offer something for every MMA fan to enjoy.
As the countdown to UFC 307 continues, fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness some of the most talented fighters in the sport compete in high-stakes matchups that could shape the future of their respective divisions. With the stage set for an action-packed event, the UFC is gearing up to end the year with a bang and leave fans eagerly anticipating what the promotion has in store for the upcoming year.
