In a clash of generations, Vicente Luque and Rafael dos Anjos face off at UFC Las Vegas 78

Vincent Luque (left) and Rafael dos Anjos (dir.) face each other in the UFC Las Vegas 78. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

This Saturday (12), at the UFC Las Vegas 78, the Brazilian fans could be divided in a clash of generations that promises to stir the spirits of MMA fans. Highlight of the welterweights (up to 77,1kg.), Vincent Luque will measure forces with Rafael dos Anjos in challenge for position among the category's elite. In addition to the protagonists, four more Tupiniquins have scheduled clashes.

Having recovered from a cerebral hemorrhage suffered in the 2022 season, Luque returns to the octagon after a year of inactivity. Current number 10 in the welterweight division, the athlete has the tough task of overcoming Rafael dos Anjos, former lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg.) who, at 38 years old, continues to show a high level of competitiveness.

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In the co-main fight, Cub swanson e Hakeem dawodu they fight knockout fighters. The expectation is for a show of aggression on the part of the featherweight representatives (up to 65,7kg.).

Also in the second half of the event, another Brazilian duel moves the card forward. Straw promises (up to 52,1kg.), Polyana viana e Iasmin Lucindo share the octagon with an eye on a place in the top 15 of the category.

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On the preliminary card, Jacqueline Amorim wants his first victory with the organization's gloves. The combatant measures strength with Montserrat Ruiz.

Newcomer to the show, Luana Santos You want to make a good impression. A strawweight athlete, the fighter debuts in the company against Juliana Miller.

Vicente Luque x Rafael dos Anjos

The clash between Luque and Dos Anjos represents a clash of Brazilian generations in the UFC. On the one hand, Vicente seeks redemption in the company and tries to end a sequence of two defeats.

On the other hand, Rafael debuts in the 2023 season and expands his history of confrontations against top athletes. With the lightweight belt under his belt, the veteran wants to prove that he is still capable of 'giving work' to the rest of the division.

While Luque needs to win to end the negative streak and defend 10th place in the group, RDA could make an important leap in the rankings if they triumph against their compatriot.