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UFC Veterans' Dec. 6-8 Action in MMA, Boxing & Bareknuckle

Dec 6, 2024 at 1:00 PM

This week, the UFC makes a much-awaited comeback after a week of rest, with its final pay-per-view event of the year. UFC 310 is set to take place at the magnificent T-Mobile Arena, and it showcases an exciting flyweight title fight between the reigning champ Alexandre Pantoja and the rising newcomer Kai Asakura. Meanwhile, the combat sports scene is abuzz with numerous other events, featuring several familiar faces who have previously competed under the UFC banner. Let's take a closer look at which veterans of the global MMA leader are gearing up for action from December 6th to 8th. Scroll down to discover how the UFC veterans fared last week and get the names and details of this weekend's competitors. Information courtesy of Tapology.

Uncover the UFC's Post-Hiatus Action and Veteran Fights

UFC 310: The Flyweight Title Clash

The UFC 310 event at T-Mobile Arena is set to be a spectacle, with the highly anticipated flyweight title fight between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Asakura. Pantoja, the current champ, has been in dominant form and will look to defend his title against the talented newcomer Asakura. This fight has the potential to be a thrilling encounter that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Both fighters bring their unique skills and styles to the ring, making this a match-up that is sure to draw a lot of attention. Alexandre Pantoja's experience and technical prowess will be put to the test against Kai Asakura's raw power and aggression. It will be interesting to see how these two fighters measure up against each other and who will come out on top.

UFC Veterans' Upcoming Fights

Jarred Brooks, with a record of 21-3 MMA and 2-2 in the UFC, is set to face Reece McLaren at ONE Fight Night 26 on December 6th. Brooks has had an impressive career, with a recent submission win over Gustavo Balart at ONE Fight Night 24. His last UFC fight was a split decision win over Roberto Sanchez at UFC 228 in 2018. Since leaving the UFC, he has gone 7-1 with 1 no contest, showing that he is still a force to be reckoned with.

Braxton Smith, on the other hand, has a record of 5-2 MMA and 0-1 in the UFC. He will be taking on Alex Davis at BKFC 69 in bareknuckle boxing on December 6th. His last MMA fight and UFC bout was a TKO loss to Parker Porter at UFC 288 in 2023. Since leaving the UFC, he has yet to compete and will be looking to get back on track with this fight.

Nate Maness, with a record of 16-3 MMA and 5-2 in the UFC, is set to face Nick Burgos at BKFC 69 in bareknuckle boxing on December 6th. His last MMA fight and UFC bout was a unanimous decision win over Jimmy Flick at UFC on ESPN 58 in 2024. Since leaving the UFC, he has had a break but will be looking to make a statement with this fight.

Other Notable Fights

Makhmud Muradov, with a record of 27-8 MMA and 4-2 in the UFC, will be facing Norman Parke at Fame 23 on December 7th. Muradov's last MMA fight was a unanimous decision win over Scott Askham at Oktagon 61 in 2024. His last UFC fight was a no contest against Aliaskhab Khizriev at UFC Fight Night 235 in 2024. Since leaving the UFC, he has gone 1-0, showing that he is in good form.

Norman Parke, with a record of 32-7-1 MMA, 5-3-1 in the UFC, will be taking on Makhmud Muradov at Fame 23 on December 7th. Parke's last MMA fight was a unanimous decision loss to Michal Pasternak at Fame 20 in 2024. His last UFC fight was a unanimous decision loss to Rustam Khabilov at UFC Fight Night 84 in 2016. Since leaving the UFC, he has had a successful run, with 11-2 (1 NC) in MMA, 2-1 in boxing, and 3-0 in custom rules.

Leonardo Guimaraes, with a record of 13-9-1 MMA and 0-2 in the UFC, will be facing Vladimir Seliverstov at Open Fighting Championship 49 on December 7th. Guimaraes' last MMA fight was a unanimous decision loss to Geronimo dos Santos at Premier Fight League in 2023. His last UFC fight was a submission loss to Antonio Carlos Junior at UFC Fight Night 94 in 2016. Since leaving the UFC, he has had a mixed record, with 2-6-1 in MMA and 0-2 in boxing.

Jin Soo Son, with a record of 9-4 MMA and 0-2 in the UFC, will be facing Kosuke Terashima at DEEP 123 Impact on December 8th. Son's last MMA fight and UFC bout was a unanimous decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC on ESPN 4 in 2019. Since leaving the UFC, he has had a break and will be looking to get back in the ring with this fight.