UFC Fight Night: Brazilian Powerhouses Clash Lemos vs. Jandiroba

The UFC returns to the APEX in Las Vegas this weekend. On Saturday, July 20th, the main card is headlined by a thrilling women’s strawweight bout between two Brazilian powerhouses, Amanda Lemos and Virna Jandiroba.

In addition to the headline fight, the card includes a middleweight battle between Brad Tavares and Junyong Park, both known for their balanced skill sets.

Here’s a closer look at the key matchups and what to expect from each fighter.

Fighters	Date and Time (ET)	Location	Venue	Country
Lemos vs. Jandiroba	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States
Tavares vs. Park	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States
Garcia vs. Choi	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States
Holobaugh vs. Kruschewsky	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States
Durden vs. Silva	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States
Choi vs. Algeo	Sat, July 20 / 8:00 PM ET	Las Vegas, NV	UFC APEX	United States

Amanda Lemos vs. Virna Jandiroba

This matchup stands out as the sole women’s fight on the main card and the only bout featuring two international fighters, both hailing from Brazil. Amanda Lemos, known for her striking power with 8 knockout victories, will face off against submission specialist Virna Jandiroba, who boasts 13 wins by submission.

This is the first time in many years that Janiroba has had two fights in the same year.

“Unfortunately, because of the two major injuries I had consecutively, my schedule dropped tremendously over the past couple of years. But now, hopefully, we are on the right track, and I will be able to stay as active as possible(…) Amanda is a great fighter; we have similar roots, ancestrally speaking. She is a fierce fighter with a lot of vigor, and that is the opponent I am expecting to see across the cage from me on,” said the Brazilian fighter for UFC.

Both fighters are known for their ability to finish fights quickly, each having 8 first-round finishes to their name. This clash promises to deliver an exciting display of contrasting fighting styles.

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Brad Tavares vs. Junyong Park

In this middleweight clash, Brad Tavares brings his extensive experience and well-rounded skill set to the cage, highlighted by 5 knockout wins and 2 submissions. Known for his resilience, Tavares will face South Korea’s “The Iron Turtle” Junyong Park.

Park has an impressive record with balanced capabilities, achieving 5 wins by knockout and 6 by submission. Both fighters have shown a penchant for quick finishes, each having 5 first-round victories. This bout promises a dynamic battle between seasoned versatility and balanced aggression.

Steve Garcia vs. Seungwoo Choi

In this featherweight bout, “Mean Machine” Steve Garcia brings his ferocious knockout power, having achieved 12 of his 15 victories by knockout, including 5 first-round finishes. Garcia’s aggression in the cage will be tested against “Sting” Seungwoo Choi.

Hailing from South Korea, Choi is known for his balanced approach, with 6 wins by knockout and 4 by decision. Both fighters are adept at ending bouts quickly, as evidenced by their first-round finishes, promising an exciting and high-paced showdown.

Kurt Holobaugh vs. Kaynan Kruschewsky

In this lightweight contest, Kurt Holobaugh brings his extensive experience and finishing ability into the octagon with 8 knockout victories and 10 submissions, highlighting his versatility with 11 first-round finishes. Holobaugh will be facing “Bahia” Kaynan Kruschewsky, a Brazilian fighter known for his grappling prowess, boasting 9 submission wins.

Kruschewsky has also demonstrated his ability to end fights early, with 6 first-round finishes. This matchup is expected to be a thrilling display of mixed martial arts technique and skill, with both fighters capable of ending the bout in multiple ways.

Dooho Choi vs. Bill Algeo

In this featherweight showdown, “The Korean Superboy” Dooho Choi, known for his knockout power with 11 KO wins and 8 first-round finishes, will face “Señor Perfecto” Bill Algeo. Algeo brings a diverse skill set to the octagon with 4 knockout wins and a strong submission game, achieving 7 wins by submission.

Both fighters offer unique threats, with Choi’s striking prowess and Algeo’s grappling skills, promising a tactical and thrilling fight.

Cody Durden vs. Bruno Silva

The flyweight bout between Cody Durden and “Bulldog” Bruno Silva is set to light up the octagon. Durden brings a versatile arsenal with 6 wins by knockout and 5 by submission, accumulating an impressive 9 first-round finishes.

His aggressive style will be matched against Silva’s well-rounded capabilities, including 5 knockouts and 4 submissions. Silva has also proven his ability to secure early victories, with 4 first-round finishes. This matchup highlights a perfect blend of striking and grappling skills, promising an action-packed fight.