UFC 310: Main Event Announcement Imminent, Key Matchups and Fighter Updates

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is gearing up for its upcoming event, UFC 310, scheduled to take place on December 7, 2024, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Recently, UFC President Dana White announced that he will reveal the main event for UFC 310 in the near future, confirming that it will not be a title fight[2][3].

The current fight card features several high-profile matchups. Brazilian flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja will defend his title against Kai Asakura of Japan. In the heavyweight division, French former interim champion Ciryl Gane will face Alexander Volkov in a rematch. Other notable bouts include Vicente Luque vs. Nick Diaz at welterweight, and former bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling taking on Movsar Evloev at featherweight.

Kamaru Usman, a former welterweight champion, is considering stepping in to fight Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310. This decision comes after welterweight champion Belal Muhammad withdrew due to a foot infection. Usman believes the fight against Rakhmonov is winnable but has concerns about the timing, given his recent losses and the short preparation time.

Shavkat Rakhmonov, who is undefeated with a record of 18-0, including 6-0 in the UFC, presents a significant challenge. Usman, with a record of 20-4 and 15 wins in the UFC, is training in Colorado and is prepared to take the fight if it is confirmed. However, his recent string of losses and the tight timeline may affect his performance.

The event also includes other intriguing matchups such as Anthony Smith vs. Dominick Reyes at light heavyweight, and Randy Brown vs. Bryan Battle at welterweight. The card is subject to change, but it promises to be an exciting night for MMA fans[4].