Bo Nickal’s opponent for UFC 290 has been updated as undefeated prospect Val Woodburn steps up to the challenge.
After Tresean Gore had to withdraw from the card due to injury, Nickal was eagerly awaiting news of a replacement. Thankfully, the wait is over as Val Woodburn, boasting an impressive 7-0 record, has agreed to face him.
Reliable sources within the promotion, who shared the information with MMA Hook, have confirmed the verbal agreements between the fighters. The initial announcement came from Marcel Dorff on Twitter.
Woodburn was initially slated to participate in the upcoming season of Dana White’s Contender Series, with a fight scheduled for August. However, this unexpected opportunity to make his UFC debut against one of the sport’s most promising talents has arisen.
With five finishes in his seven professional fights and the Combat Night MMA middleweight title under his belt, Woodburn has proven his skills in the octagon. On the other hand, Nickal, a three-time NCAA wrestling champion from Penn State, remains undefeated in his fighting career, including a flawless 4-0 professional record. In his UFC debut back in March, he swiftly defeated Jamie Pickett with a first-round arm-triangle choke submission.
While Nickal was initially set to kick off the main card on the UFC 290 pay-per-view, it remains uncertain whether the bout order will change with the introduction of his new opponent.
This report includes contributions from Mike Heck.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC 290
Who is Bo Nickal’s new opponent for UFC 290?
Bo Nickal’s new opponent for UFC 290 is undefeated prospect Val Woodburn. Woodburn has accepted the challenge after Tresean Gore was forced off the card due to injury.
What is Val Woodburn’s record?
Val Woodburn currently holds an impressive undefeated record of 7-0. He has shown his skills in the octagon with five finishes in his seven professional fights.
What is Bo Nickal’s fighting background?
Bo Nickal is a three-time NCAA wrestling champion from Penn State. He has an unblemished record in his fighting career, including a perfect 4-0 resume as a professional.
How did Bo Nickal perform in his UFC debut?
In his UFC debut in March, Bo Nickal quickly defeated Jamie Pickett with a first-round arm-triangle choke submission. This victory showcased his talent and potential in the sport.
Will the bout order change with the new opponent?
There is currently no information on whether the bout order for UFC 290 will change with the introduction of Val Woodburn as Bo Nickal’s new opponent. Further updates from the promotion may provide clarification.
More about UFC 290
- UFC 290 Official Website
- Bo Nickal UFC Fighter Profile
- Val Woodburn UFC Fighter Profile
- Dana White’s Contender Series Official Website
- Combat Night MMA Official Website
- Penn State Wrestling Official Website
3 comments
bois u see this? bo nickal gonna fight at ufc 290 after all. his orig opp got injured, but val woodburn took the challenge. he’s 7-0 and gonna make his ufc debut. gonna be a biiiiig splsh!
hey guys, bo nickal’s new opp is val woodburn. he’s undefeated, 7-0 record. bois got skills in the octagon. gonna be an exciting debut in ufc. can’t wait for ufc 290!
oh wow, bo nickal got a new opponent for ufc 290?! thats awesome. cant wait to see val woodburn in action. he’s got an undefeated record. gonna be a big fight!