Johnny Walker targeted for heavyweight move at UFC Belgrade
Johnny Walker is reportedly moving up to the heavyweight division for a scheduled bout against Ante Delija at UFC Belgrade on August 1, 2026. The event will take place at Belgrade Arena in Serbia, with both fighters seeking to rebound from recent mixed results. Walker, coming off a loss to Dominick Reyes, believes training with Francis Ngannou has prepared him for the heavier weight class.
- ▪Johnny Walker is set to face Ante Delija in a heavyweight matchup at UFC Belgrade.
- ▪The fight is scheduled for August 1, 2026, at Belgrade Arena in Serbia, pending contract signings.
- ▪Walker has two wins in his last six fights, while Delija has one UFC win and two consecutive losses.
- ▪Delija is a former PFL heavyweight season champion who defeated Marcin Tybura in his UFC debut.
- ▪Walker trained with Francis Ngannou and feels ready for a fresh start in the heavyweight division.
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