UFC 310 is sneaky good. The mixed martial arts promotion’s final pay-per-view of the year lacks big draws. Still, it rewards the hardcore fan with many interesting fights beyond the main event of Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Asakura.
The co-main event probably yields the most interest globally. Shavkat Rakhmonov is no longer fighting UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad but instead meets fellow undefeated contender and former training partner Ian Machado Garry. The winner will unequivocally be the most deserving welterweight title challenger.
Bryce Mitchell, Aljamain Sterling, Nate Landwehr and Ciryl Gane are among the other fighters to keep an eye on. Take a look at three fights, plus a pair of honorable mentions, worth your attention on Saturday.
Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry
Many would say Rakhmonov vs. Garry is the main event. It certainly feels that way. Rakhmonov and Garry were scheduled to headline …