The UFC 310 main card has undergone some changes, with flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja now set to defend his title against Kai Asakura in the main event on Dec. 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This adjustment came after welterweight champion Belal Muhammad had to withdraw from the card due to a foot infection, forcing Shavkat Rakhmonov to face Ian Machado Garry in the co-main event.
Rakhmonov and Garry are expected to battle it out to determine the No. 1 contender in the welterweight division, with the victor earning a shot at Muhammad in 2025. Additionally, grappling specialist Kron Gracie will make his return to the octagon after over a year, taking on Bryce Mitchell. Gracie will be looking to bounce back from two consecutive losses, while Mitchell aims to redeem himself following a knockout defeat in 2023.
In a heavyweight rematch, Ciryl Gane will face Alexander Volkov, with Volkov seeking revenge after Gane secured a decision victory in their previous encounter in 2021. Volkov has since garnered four consecutive wins, putting him back in the title picture. The main card will also feature a featherweight showdown between Nate Landwehr and Doo Ho Choi.
One intriguing development is the placement of the fight between former champion Aljamain Sterling and Movsar Evloev on the prelims, rather than the main card. This matchup could potentially determine a new contender in the featherweight division, adding an element of anticipation to the preliminary fights.
Overall, the UFC 310 main card promises to deliver an action-packed evening of fights, showcasing a mix of established names and up-and-coming talent. Fans can expect a night filled with excitement and adrenaline as these skilled athletes step into the cage to prove their worth.
