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UFC Lands in Canada: Welterweight Showdown Highlights Card
17 Oct
Summary
- UFC Fight Night 291 is scheduled for Saturday in Edmonton, Alberta.
- The event features welterweight contenders Joaquin Buckley and Mike Malott.
- Staff predictions show close calls for the main card fights.
UFC Fight Night 291 is scheduled for Saturday at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, marking the UFC's return to Canada. The welterweight division takes center stage with a highly anticipated bout between ranked contenders Joaquin Buckley and Mike Malott.
MMA Junkie's editorial team has submitted their predictions for the event. Staff picks indicate a competitive night, with close results expected for several main card fights, including the headlining welterweight showdown.
The event features a full slate of preliminary and main card bouts across multiple weight classes. Notable matchups include Erin Blanchfield against Jasmine Jasudavicius and Kyle Nelson facing Cristian Perez. The preliminary card also saw numerous fights pick selections from the staff.