Potential Matches and Surprises Loom as UFC 300 Nears

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12/02/2024 21h13

As the anticipation continues to build for the monumental UFC 300 event, fans worldwide are eagerly waiting for details about the main event. UFC President Dana White has been dropping hints and making announcements, keeping the excitement high. While the ultimate main event remains a mystery, several potential matchups and surprises have been discussed, adding to the intrigue surrounding the milestone event.

During an interview on Monday's edition of The MMA Hour, MMA journalist Ariel Helwani shared some insider information about the potential main event options. He emphasized that these options are not confirmed reports but revealed that there are four fluid options being considered.

Two options that have been floating around for the card are Dricus du Plessis vs. current middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad. However, Helwani mentioned that the Edwards vs. Muhammad matchup might be seen as a last resort for the promotion. Additionally, there is speculation about rising star Khamzat Chimaev challenging either Edwards for the welterweight title or du Plessis for the middleweight title.

It's important to note that nothing is set in stone at this point, and all options are still being discussed. However, it appears that these four fights could be on the table for UFC 300, adding even more excitement to the event.

In other news, fan-favorite Conor McGregor has once again changed course regarding his return to the octagon. After teasing an announcement related to UFC 300 during the Super Bowl, McGregor recently revealed that his return date would most likely be in the summer instead of April 13 for the milestone event. While McGregor has targeted June 29 for his comeback, White suggested that his return might be pushed to the fall. McGregor's ever-changing plans have fans wondering who he will face in his highly anticipated return.

White has also teased two more fights to be announced for the UFC 300 card. He expressed the challenges faced in finalizing the main event and one other marquee matchup, assuring fans that his team is working diligently to deliver an unforgettable event. White hopes to announce these fights soon, but he emphasized that nothing can be revealed until deals are finalized.

Another notable addition to the UFC 300 card is a bantamweight bout between Deiveson Figueiredo and Cody Garbrandt, which will kick off the event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Former champions Figueiredo and Garbrandt will aim to make a statement in their quest to reclaim their titles.

As the pieces slowly come together for UFC 300, the excitement and speculation surrounding the event continue to grow. Fans eagerly await further announcements, as the event promises to deliver a stacked card and potential surprises. The UFC remains committed to making UFC 300 a historic milestone in mixed martial arts history.

It is important to note that these matchups and scenarios are based on the information provided and subject to change as the event approaches. UFC fans will have to stay tuned for official announcements to confirm the fights that will headline the much-anticipated UFC 300.

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