Santiago Ponzinibbio vs. Muslim Salikhov Set to Clash at UFC Fight Night on July 13
Santiago Ponzinibbio is gearing up for his first fight of 2024 as he prepares to face off against Muslim Salikhov in a highly-anticipated 170-pound bout at an upcoming UFC Fight Night event scheduled for July 13. While the exact location and venue are yet to be confirmed, the event is likely to take place in Denver, as announced by the UFC on Friday evening.
What is at Stake for Santiago Ponzinibbio and Muslim Salikhov?
Ponzinibbio, with a record of 29-7 in MMA and 11-6 in the UFC, is determined to bounce back after a challenging run of fights, including a recent knockout loss to Kevin Holland at UFC 287. The Argentine fighter is eager to secure a victory after facing tough split decision losses to Geoff Neal and Michel Pereira. On the other hand, Salikhov (19-5 MMA, 6-4 UFC) is looking to break a two-fight losing streak following defeats to Randy Brown and Nicolas Dalby in his most recent outings.
Updated Fight Card for UFC Fight Night on July 13
In addition to the highly-anticipated clash between Ponzinibbio and Salikhov, the UFC Fight Night event on July 13 promises to deliver an action-packed lineup, featuring exciting matchups such as Rose Namajunas vs. Maycee Barber, Mike Malott vs. Gilbert Urbina, Viviane Araujo vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius, and more. Fans of mixed martial arts are encouraged to engage with the latest updates and discussions on the MMA Junkie Instagram page and YouTube channel. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling event!