UFC Nashville Set to Feature Jessica Andrade vs. Tatiana Suarez and More Exciting Fights
The upcoming UFC Nashville event at the Bridgestone Arena on August 5 will showcase a highly anticipated strawweight bout between former champion Jessica Andrade and the undefeated contender Tatiana Suarez. This thrilling matchup has been designated as the co-main event for the evening.
UFC officials recently unveiled the full fight card for the Tennessee event, including the addition of Andrade versus Suarez. Originally, Suarez was scheduled to face Virna Jandiroba, but unfortunately, Jandiroba sustained a knee injury that necessitated surgery. Stepping in to replace her is Andrade, who is eager to rebound from her recent losses to Yan Xiaonan and Erin Blanchfield.
Suarez, on the other hand, is looking to uphold her flawless record. With an impressive 6-0 resume in the UFC, she has secured victories over former strawweight champion Carla Esparza and current flyweight titleholder Alexa Grasso.
Having recovered from a lengthy injury-induced hiatus, Suarez returned to the octagon in February, triumphing with a submission win against Montana De La Rosa. Now, she faces another former champion in Andrade, marking a significant step up in competition.
The co-main event clash between Andrade and Suarez will complement the main event, a thrilling five-round battle between bantamweights Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. Additionally, the UFC Nashville card boasts an array of exciting matchups, as outlined below:
Main Event: Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov
Co-Main Event: Jessica Andrade vs. Tatiana Suarez
Other Fights:
- Tanner Boser vs. Aleksa Camur
- Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Ludovit Klein
- Dustin Jacoby vs. Kennedy Nzechukwu
- Billy Quarantillo vs. Damon Jackson
- Ovince Saint Preux vs. Ion Cutelaba
- Tagir Ulanbekov vs. Jake Hadley
- Said Nurmagomedov vs. Kyler Phillips
- Ode Osbourne vs. Assu Almabayev
- Jeremiah Wells vs. Carlston Harris
- Sean Woodson vs. Steve Garcia
This report was contributed by Guilherme Cruz.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC Nashville event
Q: When and where is the UFC Nashville event taking place?
A: The UFC Nashville event is scheduled to take place on August 5 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
Q: Who are the featured fighters in the co-main event?
A: The co-main event features a strawweight bout between Jessica Andrade and Tatiana Suarez, both highly skilled and accomplished fighters in their division.
Q: What is the significance of the Andrade vs. Suarez matchup?
A: This matchup holds significance as it pits a former champion, Jessica Andrade, against an undefeated contender, Tatiana Suarez. It promises an exciting clash between two talented fighters.
Q: Has there been any change in the original fight lineup?
A: Yes, originally, Tatiana Suarez was supposed to face Virna Jandiroba. However, Jandiroba suffered a knee injury and has been replaced by Jessica Andrade in the fight against Suarez.
Q: How has Tatiana Suarez performed in the UFC so far?
A: Tatiana Suarez boasts an impressive undefeated record of 6-0 in the UFC. She has secured victories against prominent fighters such as Carla Esparza and Alexa Grasso.
Q: Who are the main event fighters for UFC Nashville?
A: The main event features bantamweights Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov. They are set to compete in a five-round battle that promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Q: Are there any other notable fights on the UFC Nashville card?
A: Yes, the fight card includes several other exciting matchups such as Tanner Boser vs. Aleksa Camur, Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Ludovit Klein, and Ovince Saint Preux vs. Ion Cutelaba, among others.
More about UFC Nashville event
- UFC Nashville Official Website
- Jessica Andrade UFC Profile
- Tatiana Suarez UFC Profile
- Bridgestone Arena Official Website
- Cory Sandhagen UFC Profile
- Umar Nurmagomedov UFC Profile
5 comments
Yo, I’m sooo pumped for UFC Nashville! Andrade and Suarez are gonna throw down, no doubt. This card is stacked, man! Bring on the action!
Andrade vs Suarez, oh boy! This fight is gonna be wild. Both fighters bring so much skill and heart to the octagon. UFC Nashville is gonna deliver the goods, can’t wait to see it all unfold!
UFC Nashville is gonna be a night to remember! Andrade vs Suarez is a must-watch fight, and with Sandhagen vs Nurmagomedov as the main event, it’s gonna be pure excitement from start to finish! Can’t wait!
omg so hyped for UFC Nashville event! Andrade vs Suarez gonna be an epic fight, can’t wait to see these two warriors in action
jessica andrade vs tatiana suarez is gonna be a banger!! Both fighters have been on fire in their career. UFC Nashville is gonna be lit!