What to Watch for During UFC 317
UFC 317 is stacked from top to bottom, and for good reason. It is International Fight Week. The main event is wild, the co-main is going to bring fireworks, and the rest of the card is filled with fun matchups, rising contenders, and fan favorites. From the early prelims to the final walkout, something is exciting in every fight. This article is here to break down what to look out for throughout the night. Keep an eye on the action all day Saturday; this one will be unforgettable.
This card is loaded with promising prospects ready to make a statement. Starting small, middleweight Jackson McVey opens the show. He has been dominating the regional scene and holds a perfect record of 6-0. Jacobe Smith takes on veteran Niko Price and enters as a huge favorite, with 10-one odds. Expect a flashy finish from him. The matchup between Hyder Amil and Jose Delgado is the ultimate prospect battle and will show who is truly destined to break into the rankings. Payton Talbott looks to bounce back as he faces another top Bantamweight prospect, Felipe Lima. Finally, Joshua Van, a man who can box with anyone, aims to push closer to the title picture by stepping into the cage with number one contender Brandon Royval.
This card delivers the perfect mix of entertaining matchups and high-stakes battles. One of the most exciting fights will be Terrance McKinney versus Viacheslav Borschev, which promises to be a nonstop back-and-forth barn burner. The fight between Hyder Amil and Jose Delgado is important for the rankings, but will also showcase some beautiful striking. Beneil Dariush versus Renato Moicano is a fan-favorite clash between two veteran fighters in the Lightweight division, known for always putting on a show. Then, of course, the two title fights are the most crucial matchups: Alexandre Pantoja taking on Kai Kara-France, and Ilia Topuria facing Charles Oliveira.
The most important part of this card, and the best way to close out this article, is to watch out for Ilia Topuria. This man is on a mission to become a star. He is taking down legends left and right with his fists, and he will likely do the same to Charles Oliveira. This fight during International Fight Week could create the next big star in the UFC. Invest now, this man has yet to fail on any of his promises, and a big finish is bound to happen.
