UFC Perth predictions
Jack Della Maddalena faces Carlos Prates in the main event of UFC Perth, seeking redemption after a lopsided title loss to Islam Makhachev. Prates, riding a six-win streak with seven Performance of the Night bonuses, aims to prove he belongs in the title conversation. The event features several high-stakes bouts across multiple weight classes, including Beneil Dariush vs. Quillan Salkilld and Tim Elliott vs. Steve Erceg.
- ▪Jack Della Maddalena is making a comeback after losing his welterweight title to Islam Makhachev at UFC 322.
- ▪Carlos Prates has won six of his last seven fights and earned a Performance of the Night bonus in each victory.
- ▪UFC Perth takes place at RAC Arena in Western Australia and streams live on Paramount+.
- ▪The card includes multiple notable bouts, such as Beneil Dariush vs. Quillan Salkilld and Tim Elliott vs. Steve Erceg.
- ▪Tai Tuivasa faces Louie Sutherland in a heavyweight bout as he attempts to reverse his recent skid.
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