First Fight Confirmed for UFC 307 on October 5th
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has confirmed its first fight for UFC 307, which is set to take place on October 5th. The event will likely be held in Salt Lake City, Utah, although the location has not yet been officially confirmed.
The first fight confirmed for UFC 307 is a featherweight bout between Aljamain Sterling (24-4) and Movsar Evloev (18-0). Both fighters are looking to make a statement in their respective careers, with Sterling seeking to make a move up to featherweight and Evloev aiming to maintain his unbeaten record.
Aljamain Sterling’s Featherweight Aspirations
Aljamain Sterling, the former bantamweight champion, will be looking to make a successful debut at featherweight. Sterling lost the 135-pound title to Sean O’Malley at UFC 292 in the summer of 2023 and had previously announced his intention to move up in weight. His recent victory over Kattar at UFC 300 marked a lackluster start to his featherweight career.
Movsar Evloev’s Unbeaten Record
Movsar Evloev, on the other hand, has kept his unbeaten record intact with eight consecutive decision victories in the UFC. His most recent win came against Arnold Allen at UFC 297 in Toronto. Despite his impressive record, Evloev’s unspectacular style and lack of knockout wins have raised questions about his ability to dominate in the octagon.
Post-Fight Rivalry
In a recent social media post, Evloev expressed his confidence in defeating both Aljamain Sterling and Ilia Topuria, stating that he will "humble" his opponents after their respective victories. The winner of the Sterling-Evloev fight could potentially face Ilia Topuria in the future, with Topuria currently ranked #3 in the featherweight division and Sterling ranked #8.