The UFC welterweight division has gained a formidable contender with the recent signing of Roberto Soldic, a former two-division champion from KSW. The announcement was made during the broadcast of UFC Fight Night 287, revealing that Soldic will step into the octagon for the first time at UFC 332 on October 3.
Soldic, who holds a professional record of 21 wins and 4 losses in mixed martial arts (MMA), is set to face Khaos Williams, who has a record of 16 wins and 5 losses, in a welterweight bout at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. This matchup is particularly intriguing as both fighters are known for their striking abilities, promising an exciting contest for fans.
At 31 years old, Soldic has made a name for himself in the MMA world, particularly during his time with KSW, where he captured both the welterweight and middleweight titles. His tenure in KSW included a notable rivalry with former UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis, where he achieved a knockout victory in one of their two encounters. Although there were speculations about Soldic joining the UFC in previous years, he chose to sign with ONE Championship instead, where he recorded one win, one loss, and one no contest.
Now, as he prepares for his UFC debut, Soldic is eager to make a significant impact in the welterweight division. He will be facing Khaos Williams, a seasoned veteran with 11 fights under the UFC banner. Williams is coming off an impressive first-round knockout victory over Nikolay Veretennikov at UFC Fight Night 276 in May, which adds to the anticipation surrounding their matchup.
The upcoming UFC 332 card is shaping up to be an exciting event, with several notable bouts scheduled. In addition to Soldic versus Williams, the lineup features a women’s flyweight title fight between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong, as well as a clash between former champion Deiveson Figueiredo and Payton Talbott. Other matchups include King Green against Esteban Ribovics and Rafael dos Anjos taking on Alexander Hernandez.
As UFC 332 approaches, the spotlight will be on Roberto Soldic as he aims to establish himself in one of the most competitive divisions in the sport. Fans are eager to see how he adapts to the UFC environment and whether he can replicate his success from KSW in this new chapter of his career.
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