Speculation runs wild after UFC 304 main card bout mysteriously demoted to early Prelims: ‘Best fight on the card’

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Manel Kape vs. Muhammad Mokaev is likely one of the most essential fights on the UFC 304 card. Exterior of the 2 title fights that prime the occasion, it may be probably the most related bout to its division’s title image. Ranked at No. 8 and No. 6 on the earth respectively, the winner could obtain the following shot at divisional kingpin Alexandre Pantoja.

So what’s it doing on the earliest portion of the preliminary card?

Kape vs. Mokaev wasn’t at all times situated on the “Prelims.” Only a week in the past, it was anticipated to be a part of the primary pay-per-view (PPV) showcase. Then, it was introduced through the UFC Vegas 94 broadcast that the bout was moved to the “Prelim” headliner spot, a place that also attracts a variety of eyes. Now, it’s fallen down all the way in which to the early “Prelims” per UFC and ESPN web sites.

Why?

Followers on-line are attempting to determine that out, and there’s a variety of theories and reactions going about. Most of them revolve round Kape, who has missed weight and been pressured to withdraw resulting from harm within the final yr. If one thing is unsuitable with “Starboy” and he’s iffy for Saturday night time, perhaps that explains the bout relocation. The choice idea is perhaps the bout’s location was affected by the wonky time slot, which can punish native followers and athletes alike by forcing them to endure a particularly late Saturday night time till early Sunday morning occasion

Both means, try a number of the on-line response under:

That is a very powerful non-title battle on the whole card. One thing is happening right here

Individuals nonetheless suppose Kape is gonna make weight? He’s means too large for flyweight

They know that Kape is gonna pull out, and Mokaev is gonna find yourself dealing with some unknown man on like 2 days’ discover

Precisely that is insane. There must be one thing happening

Is sensible to maneuver it to a watchable time for UK individuals I suppose. No want for it to be at like 5am.

Has to have one thing to do with scores. They in all probability wanna deliver extra eyes to the early prelim card.

They’re making an attempt to pump up the early card. Keep in mind that is going to be after midnight in Manchester.

[Manel Kape] on the early prelims? Wtf how is that doable that’s one of the best battle on the cardboard I’m sick

In the meanwhile, Christian Leeroy Duncan vs. Gregory Rodrigues — definitely a enjoyable battle in its personal proper — is listed because the alternative bout on the primary PPV card. Keep tuned for any additional updates!

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