UFC 294: We’ve witnessed the most significant upset of the year with Sean Strickland’s surprise victory over Israel Adesanya, claiming the middleweight championship. But for Indian fans, there’s even more exciting news: Indian UFC sensation Anshul Jubli has just confirmed his return to the octagon. After securing a UFC contract, he’s set to make his debut on the upcoming UFC 294 PPV card headlined by the Makhachev vs. Oliveira bout.
During an exclusive interview with Sony Sports Network, Indian UFC star Jubli revealed that he’s set to compete at the upcoming UFC 294 event. This event is notable for hosting the much-anticipated rematch between Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira.
At 3 minutes and 44 seconds into the second round, Anshul Jubli, hailing from Delhi, secured a TKO victory over Indonesian fighter Jeka Saragih. Following in the footsteps of Bharat Khandare, Jubli became the second Indian fighter to secure a UFC contract. His win in the lightweight division of the Road to UFC earned him this contract, and now he’s gearing up for his upcoming bout.
Who will be the opponent of Anshul Jubli at UFC 294?
A 28-year-old fighter from Uttarakhand is gearing up for a showdown against American lightweight contender Mike Breeden. Breeden, the American fighter, has been grappling with a series of setbacks recently, holding a mixed martial arts (MMA) record of 10 wins, 6 losses, and 0 draws. Notably, he’s currently mired in a three-fight losing streak within the UFC.
Meanwhile, there’s tremendous excitement in the world of Indian MMA as all eyes are on the superstar, Jubli, who is the sole representative from India in the UFC. With an unblemished record of 7 wins and 0 losses, Jubli has become a national sensation. Fans are eagerly anticipating his upcoming bout next month, ensuring that every dollar spent on this event will be worth it.
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