UFC 303 will not feature any title fights, but a new exciting matchup has been added to the card. No. 7 ranked Ian Machado Garry will face off against No. 13 Michael Venom Page in a battle of top-ranked strikers. Garry had been pursuing a fight with Colby Covington, but the American fighter showed little interest. Garry is coming off a win over Geoff Neal in February and will now have the chance to showcase his skills on the main card behind the highly anticipated main event between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler.
Fighting on the undercard alongside McGregor, a fighter he has modeled his style after, is a significant opportunity for Garry to grow his fanbase. However, his opponent, MVP, is known for his striking prowess and quickness. MVP made an impressive UFC debut by defeating Kevin Holland in April and will pose a serious challenge to Garry. The winner of this matchup is likely to face a Top-5 opponent in their next fight, making it a crucial battle for both fighters to advance in the welterweight division.
The UFC 303 card is shaping up with 11 confirmed fights, including the McGregor vs. Chandler main event and the Garry vs. MVP showdown. Additional matchups such as Jamahal Hill vs. Carlos Ulberg have been added to replace fighters who were unavailable due to suspensions or other reasons. Ulberg, a rising star from New Zealand, has won seven straight fights and will have the opportunity to move up in the light heavyweight rankings with a win over former champion Hill. Hill will be seeking redemption after a recent loss, making this an intriguing matchup for fans to look forward to.
While the card already features exciting bouts, such as Mayra Bueno Silva vs. Macy Chiasson and Cub Swanson vs. Andre Fili, there is still room for one more main-card level matchup to add star power to the event. With McGregor headlining the card, adding another fight between two ranked fighters would further enhance the anticipation and excitement surrounding UFC 303. Fans can expect more updates and developments as the event date approaches, with potential additions like Andrei Arlovski vs. Martin Buday still in consideration for the card.
As the UFC continues to build momentum towards UFC 303 and other upcoming events, fans can expect more news and updates on the fight card and potential matchups. Stay tuned for future announcements and developments in the world of combat sports, as the anticipation for this highly-anticipated event grows.
