Tune in for the UFC 293 Countdown video to get an in-depth look at the electrifying return of the UFC to Sydney this coming Saturday. The marquee bout of the evening is a middleweight championship clash between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland.
Rewind to 365 days ago, and Israel Adesanya was the undisputed king of the MMA castle. After defending his middleweight title five times, he was beginning to etch his name as possibly the best to ever compete in the middleweight division. That was until the storm cloud of his archrival Alex Pereira appeared on the horizon. Adesanya lost his crown to Pereira at UFC 281, but didn’t let that setback keep him down. At UFC 287, “The Last Stylebender” staged a triumphant return by decisively knocking out Pereira, reclaiming his seat at the top of the 185-pound division. Now, he aims to kick off his second championship reign with a victory over Strickland.
Sean Strickland, ranked fifth in the UFC’s middleweight ladder, is a man who happened to be in the right place at the right time. Dricus du Plessis, who many thought would be the next in line for a title shot, couldn’t make the quick transition to fight Adesanya at UFC 293. Strickland, who’s already racked up two wins this year against Nassourdine Imavov and Abus Magomedov, didn’t need to be asked twice and eagerly filled the vacancy.
Turning to the evening’s co-main event, expect a full-on brawl as Australian crowd-pleaser Tai Tuivasa squares off against Alexander Volkov in a clash of top-10 heavyweight contenders. Tuivasa had been flirting with a title shot until a one-two punch of losses to Ciryl Gane and Sergei Pavlovich knocked the wind out of his sails. On the flip side, Volkov has been on a tear, earning consecutive first-round victories against Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Alexander Romanov. A win on Saturday for “Drago” could catapult him into the top-five conversation.
So, don’t forget to catch the entire UFC 293 Countdown video for the full scoop. You won’t want to miss this night of high-octane MMA action!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about UFC 293 Preview
What is the main event of UFC 293?
The main event for UFC 293 is a middleweight championship bout between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland. The fight is set to headline the UFC’s return to Sydney.
Who is Israel Adesanya?
Israel Adesanya, often referred to as “The Last Stylebender,” is a former middleweight champion who lost his title but reclaimed it by defeating Alex Pereira in a rematch at UFC 287.
How did Sean Strickland get a title shot?
Sean Strickland, currently ranked fifth in the middleweight division, got his title opportunity due to Dricus du Plessis being unable to compete. Strickland has two wins in 2023 and has seized this chance to step in.
Who are the fighters in the co-main event?
The co-main event features a heavyweight bout between Australian favorite Tai Tuivasa and Alexander Volkov, both of whom are top-10 contenders in the division.
What happened to Tai Tuivasa last year?
Tai Tuivasa was nearing a title shot but faced setbacks with consecutive losses to Ciryl Gane and Sergei Pavlovich. He’s looking to rebound in this co-main event.
What is Alexander Volkov’s recent fight record?
Alexander Volkov, also known as “Drago,” is entering the fight on a hot streak, with back-to-back first-round stoppage victories over Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Alexander Romanov.
Where is UFC 293 taking place?
UFC 293 is taking place in Sydney, marking the UFC’s electrifying return to the Australian city.
When can I watch the UFC 293 Countdown video?
The UFC 293 Countdown video is already available for viewing and provides an in-depth look at the fighters and matchups in the upcoming event.
More about UFC 293 Preview
- Israel Adesanya’s Fighter Profile
- Sean Strickland’s UFC Stats
- Tai Tuivasa’s Career Highlights
- Alexander Volkov’s Fight Record
- UFC 293 Event Page
- UFC Middleweight Rankings
- UFC Heavyweight Rankings
- The Official UFC 293 Countdown Video
- Sydney Venue Information
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Volkov’s got some serious momentum. Tuivasa better come prepared. This co-main is gonna be LIT!
Man, can’t wait for Adesanya vs Strickland! Last Stylebender’s gonna bring the house down, you watch!
lol Tai Tuivasa is my guy! if he pulls off that knockout, Sydney’s gonna go wild, for real.
who’s this Dricus du Plessis guy, anyway? First I’m hearing of him.
Is it just me or would Adesanya make a killer action star? Dude’s got more charisma than half of Hollywood.
Sean Strickland is seriously underrated. Don’t sleep on this guy, he could surprise us all.
Anyone know what tech they’re using for the live stream? hope it’s not glitchy this time.
hey, anyone know the walkout songs? Always gets me pumped.
Sydney stand up! So pumped the UFC’s back in town. This is gonna be one for the books.
Strickland’s good but Adesanya’s in a different league. But hey, thats why they fight, right? Anything can happen.