We’re deep into UFC 313 fight week, meaning it’s time for the fighters set to be in action on March 8 to take to the stage and answer some questions.
The MMA leader’s third numbered event of the year takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the main attraction will see UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira put his belt on the line against top contender Magomed Ankalaev.
Setting the stage for the UFC 313 headliners will be a key rematch at 155 pounds. Former interim champ Justin Gaethje will look to emerge victorious from his first fight since a brutal knockout loss to Max Holloway last April, as he runs it back with a man he’s previously gotten the better of in Azerbaijan’s Rafael Fiziev.
Also on pay-per-view will be a clash of lightweight strikers in Jalin Turner and Ignacio Bahamondes, an important strawweight bout between Amanda Lemos and Iasmin Lucindo, and the latest test for Fighting Nerds standout Mauricio Ruffy opposite King Green.
As is customary during major fight weeks, the athletes will take to the stage on Thursday for the UFC 313 pre-fight press conference. The latest edition will see the main and co-main events, as well as Turner and Bahamondes, with mic in hand.
Check out a live stream of the presser below via the UFC’s official YouTube channel, commencing at 8 PM ET.
