UFC Edmonton Preview: Malott Vs. Lewis
UFC is heading back to Edmonton, Canada, for a Fight Night event headlined by a middleweight clash between rising Canadian star Misha Cirkunov and Krzysztof Jotko.
Main Event: Misha Cirkunov vs. Krzysztof Jotko
Misha Cirkunov is one of the most promising young fighters in the UFC's middleweight division. The 30-year-old Canadian has won four of his last five fights, including an impressive submission victory over Patrick Côté in his last outing. Cirkunov is a well-rounded fighter with a strong wrestling base and dangerous submission game.
Krzysztof Jotko is a tough and experienced opponent who will provide a stern test for Cirkunov. The 31-year-old Polish fighter has won four of his last five fights, including a decision victory over Brad Tavares in his last outing. Jotko is a well-rounded fighter with a strong striking game and solid grappling skills.
This is a great matchup between two of the best middleweights in the UFC. Cirkunov is the slight favorite, but Jotko is a live dog who could pull off the upset.
Other Fights on the Card
In addition to the main event, there are several other exciting fights on the UFC Edmonton card.
How to Watch
UFC Fight Night: Cirkunov vs. Jotko will take place on Saturday, August 24, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Canada. The main card will air live on ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. The prelims will air on ESPN+ at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.