Marretinha and Brown face off at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Gabriel Marretinha has a golden opportunity to change the level in MMA. This Saturday (8), the Brazilian headlines UFC Vegas 11 alongside Randy Brown, in a fight of extreme importance valid for the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg). In it, the athlete defends his 14th position in the ranking of the competitive category and seeks to consolidate himself in the elite, following in the footsteps of his compatriots. Carlos Prates e Gilbert Durinhocurrently, and Demian Maia e Rafael dos Anjos, in the past.
Besides Marretinha in the main event, Brazil will be represented by six more professionals at UFC Vegas 111. Also on the main card are... Ismael Marreta, Gabriel's brother, and Marcus Tullius Matuto, who face Chris Padilla e Christian Leroy Duncan light (up to 70,3 kg) and medium (up to 83,9 kg) coats, respectively.
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In the preliminary portion of the show, Raoni barcelos face Ricky simon In roosters (up to 61,2 kg). In straw coats (up to 52,2 kg). Denise Gomes measure forces with Tecia PenningtonIn roosters, Mayra Sheetara deals with the Portuguese Jacqueline CavalcantiMax Gimenis will face off in a duel between debutants with... Josh Hokit, in heavy vehicles (up to 120,2 kg).
Marretinha in the top 10?
Currently, Marretinha is enjoying a great run in the UFC, but he still has the status of a promising welterweight. To become a reality, it's crucial that the athlete, riding a three-fight win streak, gets past 'Rude Boy', a well-known and qualified professional. Currently, the Brazilian is ranked 14th in the division. If he manages a fourth victory, Gabriel will get closer to joining the top 10, a select group that Demian, Dos Anjos, and Durinho occupied for years and that Prates has now joined.
Historically, the weight division has been somewhat unfavorable to Brazilians. In the UFC, the country has never had a champion in the 77,1 kg weight class. Durinho and Demian fought for the welterweight title, but lost to... Kamaru Usman e Tyron woodleyrespectively. Rafael dos Anjos He fought for the interim belt, but came out worse against Colby covingtonNow, Prates aims to seize his chance at the top. Meanwhile, Marretinha also wants to be seen as a threat to the top competitors and the champion. Jack Della Maddalena.
Marretinha backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
What to expect from the fight?
The main fight of the night is a clash of styles. Marretinha is a jiu-jitsu specialist, while Brown's main weapon is striking. The ideal strategy for the Brazilian to continue his winning streak is to fight strategically, focusing on takedowns. Once on the ground, Gabriel has everything he needs to not only control 'Rude Boy' but also submit him. However, if the athlete fails to impose his game and the fight continues standing, Randy is likely to gain the upper hand and punish him.
Brown backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
How to watch UFC Vegas 111
Starting at 18pm (Brasília time), the UFC Las Vegas 111 will be broadcast live and in its entirety by UFC Fight Pass, the official streaming platform of the Ultimate. The main card is scheduled to start at 21pm. The UFC has NOT broadcast 'Combate' since the end of 2022.
the coverage of SUPER FIGHTS It starts at 17:50 PM. All matches will be covered LIVE, minute by minute, with scores and highlights. SUPER FIGHTS It will also provide coverage of all the fights at the event on YouTube with narration, commentary, and videos.
UFC Vegas 111 technical details
Date: November 8 of 2025
Open Hours: From 18pm (Brasília time)
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE In real time, UFC Fight Pass (the entire card) online.
MAIN CARD (21pm Brasília time)
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): Gabriel Marretinha x Randy Brown
Flyweight (up to 57 kg): Matt schnell x Joseph Morales
Welterweight (up to 77,1 kg): muslim salikhov x Uros Medic
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Chris Padilla x Ismael Marreta
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Christian Leroy Duncan x Marcus Tullius Learn
PRELIMINARY CARD (18pm Brasília time)
Featherweight (up to 65,8 kg): Hyder Amil x Jamall Emmers
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Ricky simon x Raoni barcelos
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Mayra Sheetara x Jacqueline Cavalcanti
Heavy weight (up to 120,2 kg): Josh Hokit x Max Gimenis
Straw weight (up to 52,2 kg): Tecia Pennington x Denise Gomes
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Miles Johns x Daniel Marcos
Combined weight (up to 88,4 kg): Zachary Reese x Jackson McVey
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