Esteban Ribovic has been replaced by Kaynan Kruschewsky as the opponent for Elvis Brener at UFC Sao Paulo. The change in the preliminary portion of the event was reported by Octagon Update. Kruschewsky, the former Jungle Fight lightweight champion, stepped in on short notice to compete at a 165-pound catchweight. He most recently won a fight at Dana White’s Contender Series by choking out Dylan Mantello in under three minutes. Brener, a teammate of Charles Oliveira, has won two consecutive fights in the UFC and is known for his split decision victory against Zubaira Tukhugov and knockout win over Guram Kutateladze. The updated lineup for UFC Sao Paulo includes several other exciting matchups.
Key Takeaways:
- Esteban Ribovic has been replaced by Kaynan Kruschewsky as the opponent for Elvis Brener at UFC Sao Paulo.
- Kruschewsky, the former Jungle Fight lightweight champion, stepped in on short notice to compete at a 165-pound catchweight.
- Brener, a teammate of Charles Oliveira, has won two consecutive fights in the UFC.
- The updated lineup for UFC Sao Paulo includes several other exciting matchups.
UFC Sao Paulo Lineup and Headliners
The highly anticipated UFC Sao Paulo event is set to showcase an exhilarating lineup of fighters. Headlining the event is the much-anticipated clash between Jailton Almeida and Derrick Lewis. This main event is expected to be an explosive showdown that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Joining Almeida and Lewis on the card are several other intriguing matchups that promise to deliver a night of unforgettable fights. One of the standout bouts features Gabriel Bonfim taking on Nicolas Dalby, both known for their impressive skills and unrelenting determination.
Another clash to look forward to is between Rodrigo Nascimento and Don’Tale Mayes. These heavyweight contenders are hungry for a victory and will undoubtedly leave everything inside the Octagon.
The excitement doesn’t stop there. Caio Borralho will go up against Abus Magomedov in a battle that promises fireworks. Rodolfo Vieira will test his skills against Armen Petrosyan, while Ismael Bonfim takes on Vinc Pichel in a showdown that guarantees non-stop action.
Victor Hugo and Daniel Marcos complete the lineup, adding their own unique styles and techniques to the mix. With such a stacked card, UFC Sao Paulo is shaping up to be a night of incredible fights that fans won’t want to miss.
Fighters to Watch at UFC Sao Paulo
While the headline matchups capture most of the attention, several fighters on the undercard are worth keeping an eye on. One of them is Charles Oliveira, a Chute Boxe Diego Lima standout who will be rooting for his teammate Elves Brener as he faces Kaynan Kruschewsky.
Angela Hill, known for her entertaining fighting style, is set to take on Denise Gomes in a women’s strawweight bout. Hill always brings the excitement and is expected to deliver yet another thrilling performance.
Another fighter to watch is Modestas Bukauskas, a rising star in the light heavyweight division. Bukauskas will face Vitor Petrino in what could be a breakout performance for the talented fighter.
With such a diverse range of fighters on the card, UFC Sao Paulo is sure to provide an electrifying night of mixed martial arts action.