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Who Will Fight This Weekend?

Combat sports fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming weekend, as there are several high-profile fights scheduled to take place. From boxing to mixed martial arts (MMA), here are some of the most anticipated fights of the weekend:

Boxing

One of the biggest boxing matches of the year is set to take place on Saturday, as Canelo Alvarez faces off against Billy Joe Saunders. Alvarez, who is considered one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world, will be defending his WBA and WBC super-middleweight titles against Saunders, who is a former world champion in his own right. The fight is expected to be a close one, with both fighters possessing excellent boxing skills and ring IQ.

Another notable boxing match taking place this weekend is the heavyweight bout between Dereck Chisora and Joseph Parker. Chisora is known for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power, while Parker is a skilled boxer with a strong jab. The winner of this fight could potentially be in line for a shot at a world title in the near future.

MMA

In the world of MMA, the main event of UFC 262 will feature a lightweight title fight between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler. Oliveira is a submission specialist with an impressive 30-8 record, while Chandler is a former Bellator champion who made a successful UFC debut earlier this year. The winner of this fight will become the new UFC lightweight champion, following the retirement of former champion Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Another highly anticipated MMA fight this weekend is the welterweight bout between Neil Magny and Geoff Neal. Magny is a veteran of the sport with a record of 24-8, while Neal is a rising star with a record of 13-3. Both fighters are known for their striking abilities and this fight has the potential to be a stand-up war.

Other Combat Sports

Outside of boxing and MMA, there are several other combat sports events taking place this weekend. In kickboxing, the Glory 78 event will feature a heavyweight title fight between Rico Verhoeven and Tarik Khbabez. Verhoeven is considered one of the best kickboxers in the world and has successfully defended his title several times in the past.

In wrestling, the WWE is holding its annual WrestleMania Backlash event, which will feature several high-profile matches including a triple threat match for the WWE championship between Bobby Lashley, Drew McIntyre, and Braun Strowman.

Conclusion

Overall, this weekend is shaping up to be an exciting one for combat sports fans. With several high-profile fights taking place across multiple disciplines, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of boxing, MMA, kickboxing, or wrestling, this weekend’s events are sure to deliver plenty of action and excitement.