Elves Brener and Myktybek Orolbai are set to face off in a lightweight showdown at UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on May 4, both fighters confirmed on social media.
Alright, folks, here’s the scoop. Elves Brener and Myktybek Orolbai are gearing up for a lightweight clash. It’s happening on May 4, UFC 301, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Both fighters, they’ve confirmed it on social media. This info comes right after Ag. Fight broke the news.
Now, let’s talk about Brener. His record? 16-3. Not too shabby, huh? He’s been on fire, bagging $50,000 performance bonuses in his last two UFC appearances. Knocked out Guram Kutateladze and Kaynan Kruschewsky. He’s a Chute Boxe guy, undefeated since he joined. Five straight wins, four of them stoppages.
Switching gears, let’s look at Orolbai. His record stands at 12-1-1. He made a splash in his UFC debut last November. Tapped out welterweight Uros Medic with a neck crank. Less than a minute left in the second round. Talk about drama! This 26-year-old from Kyrgyzstan, he’s on a seven-fight finishing streak. He’s bringing that momentum to UFC 301.
Now, the UFC hasn’t spilled the beans on the main event for UFC 301 yet. But we do know a few matchups. Paul Craig vs. Caio Borralho. Joaquim Silva vs. Drakkar Klose. And guess what? Alexandre Pantoja, the UFC flyweight champ, is expected to defend his title. But who’s he fighting? That’s still up in the air.