UFC 309 promises an electrifying night packed with epic battles—and we’ve got a few favorites lined up for you.
In the middleweight division, unbeaten American phenom Bo Nickal squares off against seasoned Scotsman Paul Craig, setting the stage for a clash of explosive youth against gritty experience. And over in the women’s flyweight, Brazilian warriors Viviane Araújo and Karine Silva will collide in a high-stakes fight as both aim to break into the top 10 and make a name in one of the UFC's most competitive divisions.
Expect fireworks, jaw-dropping moments, and some serious skill on display - this card has all the makings of a memorable night in the octagon!
BO NICKAL 6 - 0 - 0 VS PAUL CRAIG 17 - 8 - 1
This is set to be Bo Nickal's toughest test to date if we’re talking about sheer experience across the cage. Paul Craig has tangled with some of the sport’s finest at light heavyweight and now at middleweight, with victories over formidable names. On paper, this should be a straightforward win for the undefeated Nickal - but let’s hope the octagon tells a different story, one filled with surprises and a true challenge.
Nickal has bulldozed through three consecutive opponents in just over seven minutes of total fight time and looks primed for the spotlight, backed by his pedigree as an NCAA wrestling champion.
Still, it’s hard to imagine anything but a Nickal victory here, likely with another dazzling submission finish to add to his rapidly growing highlight reel.
VIVIANE ARAUJO 12 - 6 - 0 VS KARINE SILVA 18 - 4 - 0
Viviane Araujo has been in the octagon 11 times, but consistency has been her toughest opponent. She’s lost four of her last six fights, including a tough unanimous decision nine months ago, and sits at a shaky 6-5 in the UFC. Just when it seems like she might turn a corner, she stumbles.
On the other hand, Karine Silva has been nothing short of relentless. Undefeated in her four UFC bouts, Silva has left her mark with three first-round submissions, showing a killer instinct that opponents struggle to withstand even for a full five minutes. This Friday, she’s aiming for her first victory over a ranked opponent—and she’s got her sights set on Araujo, bringing her signature wrestling firepower to the cage.
Silva’s shown before that when she steps in, she’s not just looking to win; she’s looking to dominate.
NICKAL VS CRAIG & ARAUJO VS SILVA
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WINNER: SILVA & DON`T GO THE DISTANCE
