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Ufc Announces Three Major Title Fights To Kick Off 2024

POSTED ON November 8, 2023 •   Sports      BY Lawrence Omoge •   VIEWS 342

The UFC has announced three major title fights that will kick off the 2024 season.

UFC President Dana White revealed the headliner bouts for UFC 297, UFC 298, and UFC 299 in a social media video.

These fights are sure to be some of the most exciting and memorable of the year.

Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight title

Strickland will defend his middleweight belt against Du Plessis
Strickland will defend his belt since earning it from Adesanya | Credit: Icon Sport

This fight is a rematch of a bout that took place in September 2023. Strickland won the first fight by unanimous decision, but Du Plessis believes that he was robbed.

The fight will take place on January 20, 2024, at UFC 297 in Toronto.

South African Du Plessis is a dangerous striker with a lot of knockout power.

Strickland, however, is a skilled grappler and a heavy hitter.

This fight is sure to be a war.

Alexander Volkanovski vs. Ilia Topuria for the featherweight title

Volkanovski will defend his title against Topuria in February 2024
Volkanovski will defend his championship against Topuria in February. | Credit: NY Fights

Volkanovski is the reigning featherweight champion. He is considered to be one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world.

Topuria, on the other hand, is a rising star in the featherweight division. He is known for his submission skills and his aggressive fighting style.

The fight will take place in February 2024 at UFC 298.

Sean O'Malley vs. Marlon Vera for the bantamweight title

Malley will face Vera to defend his bantamweight championship belt.
Malley "Suga" will battle Vera "Chito" in March. | Credit: Icon Sports

O'Malley is a popular and controversial fighter. He is known for his flashy strikes and his cocky attitude.

However, Vera is a tough and experienced fighter. He is known for his grappling skills and his ability to finish fights.

Malley "Suga" will battle Vera in March 2024 at UFC 299.

These three title battles are just the beginning of an action-packed year for the sport in 2024, as the UFC is planning a full slate of title matches for the year.

When these top-tier competitors enter the octagon, they will be fighting for more than just bragging rights.

UFC fans will not want to miss these fights.

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