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UFC 307 Undergoes Major Shake-up as Jose Aldo vs. Mario Bautista Moves to Main Card

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Published6 hours ago on October 01, 2024

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In a significant turn of events, the upcoming UFC 307 card has undergone a major restructuring following the withdrawal of Aljamain Sterling from his scheduled bout against Movsar Evloev. The highly anticipated featherweight clash was set to be a pivotal matchup in the division, but an injury to Sterling has forced the UFC to make adjustments to maintain the event’s appeal.

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Stepping into the spotlight is a bantamweight showdown between former featherweight king Jose Aldo and the surging Mario Bautista. This bout, originally slated for the preliminary card, has now been elevated to the pay-per-view main card, adding a new layer of excitement to the event.

Jose Aldo, a legend of the sport, continues his comeback trail after a brief retirement. The Brazilian superstar, known for his devastating leg kicks and precise striking, aims to prove that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level. Aldo’s return to the bantamweight division has been met with great interest from fans and analysts alike, as many wonder if he can recapture the form that made him one of the most feared fighters in MMA history.

On the other side of the Octagon, Mario Bautista represents the new wave of bantamweight talent. With an impressive record and a string of recent victories, Bautista sees this as his opportunity to make a statement against a former champion. A win over Aldo would undoubtedly catapult Bautista into the upper echelons of the division and potentially set him up for a title shot in the near future.