The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has just announced a highly anticipated rematch between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya for the middleweight title.
This event, UFC 287, will take place on April 8 and will be the main event for the evening.
Pereira and Adesanya first clashed in January of this year in a bout that saw Adesanya win by unanimous decision. The rematch promises to be just as exciting, with both fighters looking to prove themselves and come out on top.
Adesanya is a former interim champion and holds a 20-1 record in the octagon. He is known for his striking skills and has been dominant in his recent fights.
Meanwhile, Pereira holds a 28-6 record and has won five of his last six fights. He is known for his heavy-hitting style and powerful strikes.
The middleweight title is one of the most coveted in the UFC, and the winner of this fight will cement their place as one of the top fighters in the division.
In addition to the main event, the UFC 287 card also features a special welterweight attraction with Gilbert Burns welcoming Jorge Masvidal back to action.
Other fights announced for UFC 287 include Kevin Holland and Santiago Ponzinibbio, Raul Rosas Jr. against Christian Rodriguez, and Rob Font taking on Adrian Yanez.
UFC 287 is sure to be a night filled with high-stakes action, and fans won’t want to miss this exciting main event.
