UFC FightNight Cannonier vs. Borralho 8/24/24 – 24th August 2024

UFC Fight Night 242, also known as UFC Vegas 96, is set for August 24, 2024, at the UFC Apex Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The preliminary card starts at 7 PM ET, and the main card follows at 10 PM ET. Fans can watch live on ESPN+ Streaming.

Main Event: Jared Cannonier vs. Caio Borralho

However in the main event, Jared Cannonier will face Caio Borralho. Cannonier, a UFC veteran since 2015, will showcase his striking skills from the start. Although he plans to use powerful leg kicks, both outside and low, to disrupt Borralho’s rhythm. Also Cannonier will  use his agility to land a roundhouse kick, followed by a front kick, keeping Borralho on the defensive.

While Borralho will aim to close the distance with high-crotch and single-leg takedowns. Despite his efforts, Cannonier’s pivoting and side-stepping will help him evade these takedowns. Inconclusion When Borralho clinches, Cannonier will counter with hooks and uppercuts. The fight will feature both striking and grappling. Borralho will try submissions like the straight armbar and Kimura lock. Cannonier will use wrist flexion and wrist extension to defend against these attempts. Cannonier’s superior striking and well-timed leg sweeps are expected to secure him the victory.

Co-Main Event: Angela Hill vs. Tabitha Ricci

The co-main event features Angela Hill versus Tabitha Ricci. Hill, known for her striking, will start with powerful roundhouse and teep kicks to maintain distance. Ricci will counter with grappling, attempting double-leg takedowns and ankle picks. Hill will use leg kicks and outside trips to avoid these takedowns.

Ricci will switch to a more aggressive approach, aiming for submissions like the arm triangle choke and straight armbar. Hill will counter with wrist locks and wrist snap counters to escape. As the fight progresses, Hill will land solid hooks and overhand punches. Ricci’s attempts to control Hill with wrist clutch and Kimura lock will fail against Hill’s agility. Hill’s defense and striking skills will likely lead her to victory.

The Ultimate Fighter 32 Finale

First Fight: Ryan Loder vs. Robert Valentin

In the middleweight finale, Ryan Loder will face Robert Valentin. Loder, known for wrestling, will control the fight with double-leg and high-crotch takedowns. Valentin will use striking, including front kicks and leg kicks, to disrupt Loder’s approach. Loder’s submission attempts will meet resistance as Valentin uses leg sweeps and ankle picks.

Loder will use wrist clutch and wrist extension during clinches. He will aim to apply a Kimura lock and arm trap crossface to force a submission. Valentin will counter with striking and grappling, including an outside trip and calf slicer, to shift momentum. This bout will showcase wrestling versus striking, with both fighters aiming to become The Ultimate Fighter.

Second Fight: Kaan Ofili vs. Mairon Santos

In the featherweight finale, Kaan Ofili will face Mairon Santos from Team Grasso. Ofili, a grappler, will use single-leg takedowns and figure-four leg locks to control Santos. Santos, known for striking, will employ leg kicks and a roundhouse kick to keep Ofili at a distance. The fight will be a clash of styles, with Ofili using wrist locks and wrist clutch moves for control.

Santos will show resilience with powerful strikes, including a spinning kick and high-knee strike. Ofili will counter with grappling skills, using arm triangle chokes and straight ankle locks to neutralize Santos’ striking. This bout promises to be exciting, highlighting both competitors’ versatility and skill as they vie for the title of The Ultimate Fighter.