UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis, also known as UFC Fight Night 231 and UFC on ESPN+ 89, is set to captivate fight fans on November 4, 2023, at the Ginásio do Ibirapuera in São Paulo, Brazil. The headline match is expected to feature a heavyweight showdown between Jailton Almeida and Derrick Lewis, promising an evening of explosive action.
Originally, the event was set to showcase a heavyweight clash between Curtis Blaydes and Jailton Almeida. Still, the lineup took a different turn, presenting fans with an intriguing mix of fights. Co-headlining the event is a welterweight bout between Gabriel Bonfim and Nicolas Dalby, adding more excitement to the already stacked card.
The main card of UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis
The upcoming UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis boasts an impressive lineup of fights that promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats. The main card features a diverse range of weight classes and renowned fighters, including a heavyweight clash between Jailton Almeida and Derrick Lewis. Additionally, a welterweight battle between Gabriel Bonfim and Nicolas Dalby adds to the card’s excitement. The heavyweight division will also witness action as Rodrigo Nascimento faces Don’Tale Mayes, while the middleweight competition heats up with Caio Borralho taking on Abus Magomedov, and Rodolfo Vieira squaring off against Armen Petrosyan. The lightweight division sees Ismael Bonfim against Vinc Pichel, ensuring an intense evening of mixed martial arts.
The preliminary card, streaming on ESPN+, offers its own set of thrilling matchups across various weight classes. With a lightweight bout featuring Elves Brener and Esteban Ribovics, a bantamweight clash between Victor Hugo and Daniel Marcos, and a welterweight encounter between Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos and Rinat Fakhretdinov, the action-packed night continues. The light heavyweight division sees Vitor Petrino facing off against Modestas Bukauskas, while the women’s strawweight bout between Angela Hill and Denise Gomes adds a touch of diversity. The featherweight matchup of Lucas Alexander and David Onama, the women’s strawweight bout featuring Eduarda Moura and Montserrat Ruiz, and the lightweight showdown between Kauê Fernandes and Marc Diakiese round out the preliminary card, making this UFC Fight Night a must-watch for fans of the sport. With a lineup like this, fight enthusiasts are in for a night filled with adrenaline-pumping action and unforgettable moments in the octagon.