UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley and Marlon “Chito” Vera are set to face off for the second time on Saturday at UFC 299 in Miami. This rematch comes after their first meeting in 2020, where Vera emerged victorious with a TKO win, leaving O’Malley temporarily incapacitated due to a peroneal nerve injury.
Despite the loss, O’Malley has maintained that he doesn’t feel like he truly lost to Vera, leading to the anticipation of an intense rematch. Both fighters have different perspectives on the first fight, with O’Malley looking to “erase” the blemish on his career, while Vera aims to solidify his position as a UFC championship contender.
The lead-up to the rematch has been filled with drama and anticipation, with both fighters reflecting on their first encounter and preparing for a high-stakes battle. The fight is scheduled to take place on Saturday, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of this highly anticipated rematch.
