UFC 292 in Boston is shaping up to be an event packed with exciting matchups. The latest addition to the card is the highly anticipated clash between Henry Cejudo and Marlon Vera, which was announced by UFC President Dana White. Scheduled to take place on August 19th, this fight has fight fans buzzing with anticipation.
Henry Cejudo and Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera have verbally agreed to a bout at UFC 292 on August 19 in Boston, Dana White told @bokamotoESPN. pic.twitter.com/sZvTzgIlfq
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Henry Cejudo and Marlon Vera Set to Clash at UFC 292 in Boston
Cejudo, also known as “Triple C,” is no stranger to the octagon, although his recent return after a three-year absence ended in a split decision loss to Aljamain Sterling. Despite the setback, Cejudo wasted no time in seeking his next challenge. Initially eyeing Merab Dvalishvili as his opponent, Cejudo had to adapt his plans due to Dvalishvili’s hand surgery, which would keep him out until the fall. Instead, Cejudo will now face the dangerous Marlon “Chito” Vera in what promises to be an explosive showdown.
For Vera, this bout presents an opportunity to bounce back after a loss to Cory Sandhagen ended his four-fight winning streak. Prior to that setback, Vera had been on an impressive run, defeating notable names in the bantamweight division such as Dominick Cruz, Rob Font, and Frankie Edgar. Now, he aims to add Cejudo to his list of victories and solidify his position as a top contender in the weight class.
Although both fighters have verbally agreed to the bout, no official contracts have been signed yet. There is a slight concern that the fight may not materialize if Cejudo suffers an injury, but fans are hopeful that both competitors will step into the octagon on fight night. The stakes are high, as a win for either man would thrust them back into the bantamweight title picture.
The UFC 292 card is already headlined by two title fights, with Aljamain Sterling defending his bantamweight title against Sean O’Malley, and Zhang Weili putting her women’s strawweight belt on the line against Amanda Lemos. In addition to the Cejudo-Vera matchup, the event will feature other notable fighters such as Ian Garry, Cody Garbrandt, and Chris Weidman.
As fight night approaches, fans eagerly anticipate the clash between Cejudo and Vera, as they prepare to witness two skilled athletes battling it out in the octagon. The stakes are high, the anticipation is palpable, and UFC 292 promises to deliver an unforgettable night of action for fight fans in Boston and around the world.
