Aliskerov Headlines UFC 292 Main Event Against Whittaker
Russian Middleweight on the Rise
Aliskerov has won four straight fights since returning to the UFC in 2022
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Rising middleweight contender Ikram Aliskerov will face former champion Robert Whittaker in the main event of UFC 292, the promotion announced on Tuesday. The event will take place on March 13 at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Aliskerov (14-1) has won four straight fights since returning to the UFC in 2022, including a knockout win over Phil Hawes at UFC 288 in May. The 29-year-old Russian is known for his aggressive style and powerful striking.
Whittaker (25-6) is a former UFC middleweight champion who has won three straight fights since losing his title to Israel Adesanya in 2019. The 32-year-old Australian is known for his well-rounded game and incredible cardio.
This is a huge opportunity for Aliskerov, who is looking to make a statement against one of the best middleweights in the world. If he can defeat Whittaker, he will likely earn a title shot against reigning champion Israel Adesanya.
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