UFC Fight Night is set to take place at the Accor Arena in Paris on Saturday, featuring an exciting lightweight main event between Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint Denis, both of whom are looking to break into the official UFC top 10 rankings.
Moicano, with a record of 19 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no contest, has been a part of the UFC for a decade and is currently enjoying a three-fight winning streak, his best performance since his early days in the promotion. He is known for his engaging post-fight interviews that resonate with fans, where he emphasizes the importance of authenticity in his persona. “Be yourself, but be a little louder. People will pay attention,” Moicano shared, encouraging fighters to showcase their true selves.
On the other hand, Benoit Saint Denis, holding a record of 13 wins, 2 losses, and 1 no contest, is making history as the first French fighter apart from Ciryl Gane to headline a UFC card in Paris. Known as “The God of War,” he has won all of his fights by stoppage. Despite facing a setback against former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier at UFC 299, where he was knocked out in the second round, Saint Denis learned crucial lessons from the experience, emphasizing the importance of being healthy and prepared for fights.
The co-main event features Nassourdine Imavov, a notable French fighter on a strong run in the middleweight division, facing Brendan Allen. Imavov is coming off a controversial win against veteran Jared Cannonier, while Allen is also on an impressive unbeaten streak. Allen commented that, although he believed the stoppage in Imavov’s last fight was premature, he recognized the skill involved.
Among the undercard matchups are Joanderson Brito versus William Gomis in the featherweight class and a welterweight bout between Bryan Battle and Kevin Jousset. The main card will kick off with veteran lightweight Matt Frevola squaring off against French fighter Fares Ziam.
Here are the fight card details and odds for Saturday:
UFC Fight Night Card and Odds:
Main Event:
– Benoit Saint Denis -290 vs. Renato Moicano +235 (Lightweight)
Co-Main Event:
– Nassourdine Imavov -210 vs. Brendan Allen +175 (Middleweight)
Featured Fights:
– Joanderson Brito -300 vs. William Gomis +240 (Featherweight)
– Bryan Battle -160 vs. Kevin Jousset +135 (Welterweight)
– Fares Ziam -125 vs. Matt Frevola +105 (Lightweight)
UFC Fight Night Viewing Details:
– Date: September 28
– Start Time: 3 p.m. ET (main card)
– Location: Accor Arena, Paris
– TV Channel: ESPN+
Prediction:
In the fight between Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint Denis, it is anticipated that Saint Denis’s aggressive style and wrestling prowess may prove challenging for Moicano. Saint Denis’s combination of striking power and relentless attack could take the upper hand, despite Moicano’s notable submission skills and striking defense. The fight could hinge on how effectively each fighter utilizes their strengths, but the expectation is that Saint Denis will win by knockout in the second round.