Manel kape (left) faces Asu Almabayev (dir). Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS
In the race for the dream flyweight belt (up to 56,7 kg), Manel kape e Asu Almabayev prepare to star ufc vegas 103. Currently ranked sixth and eighth, the athletes are looking forward to earning the right to challenge Alexandre pantoja in case of victory in the event that takes place this Saturday (1) at Apex.
Responsible for a remarkable victory over Bruno Bulldoguinho in his last appearance, Manel kape is trying to add another victim to his professional MMA record. Known for his great talent in stand-up fighting and provocative style during the fight, the Angolan is considered the big favorite in a duel accepted with just a few weeks' notice.
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Previously scheduled to face Brandon royval, Manel did not hesitate to accept the replacement of the American by Asu Almabayev after a former title challenger was injured. Considered a great prospect in the division, the Kazakh still doesn't know what it's like to lose in the octagon, despite his underdog status for, so far, the biggest fight of his career.
Brazilian duo in action
Composed of two athletes from Brazil, ufc vegas 103 will have a preliminary card composed of the colors green and yellow. The first Brazilian to step into the octagon, Lucas Almeida puts on his gloves again after being absent since June 2024. Violent in his appearances in MMA, the athlete who has 14 victories by quick route, nine of which were knockouts, is preparing to measure forces against Danny Silva. Newly signed, the American is going into his second fight after a successful debut.
Last Brazilian to perform at the event, Ricardo Carcacinha returns to the scene after training with the Fighting Nerds team. Protagonist of an exciting victory in his last fight, the São Paulo native faces an undefeated prospect from the organization Chepe Mariscal, who had his arm raised in all four of his Octagon appearances.
Luana Dread and Douglas D'Silva out of the fight
Escalation to present against Mountain Rose in the first fight of the event, Luan Carolina ended up being blocked by the Nevada Athletic Commission due to weight-cutting issues. The fight was scheduled to take place at flyweight (up to 56,7 kg).
Like his compatriot, Douglas also had a confrontation with John Castaneda canceled after the official weigh-in of the event. The duel was scheduled to take place at bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg).
UFC Vegas 103 technical sheet
MAIN CARD (21pm Brasília time)
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Manel kape x Asu Almabayev
Average weight (up to 83,9kg): Cody Brundage x Julian Marquez
Light weight (up to 70,3kg.): Nasrat Haqparast x Esteban Ribovics
Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): Hyder Amil x William Gomis
Welterweight (up to 77,1kg): Danny Barlow x Sam Patterson
PRELIMINARY CARD (18pm Brasília time)
Heavy weight (up to 120,2kg): Austin Lane x Mario Pinto
Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): Ricardo Carcacinha x Chepe Mariscal
Bantam weight (up to 61,2kg): Douglas D'Silva from Andrade x John Castaneda – fight canceled
Featherweight (up to 65,7kg): Danny Silva x Lucas Almeida
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Andrea Lee x JJ Aldrich
Flyweight (up to 56,7kg): Charles Johnson x Ramazan Temirov
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