UFC 296 heads to Las Vegas for its final pay-per-view of 2023. T-Mobile Arena, the home of the greatest sporting events, will host UFC for the final time this year. For the welterweight title, the reigning champion Leon Edwards will battle it out against former interim welterweight champion Colby Covington. Additionally, Alexandre Pantoja aims to defend his flyweight title against No. 2 Brandon Royval. UFC 296 airs live on Sony Sports Network on Sunday, 17th December 2023, from 8.30 AM IST onwards.
In the clash for welterweight supremacy, Edwards, who is known for his mastery across the disciplines of grappling and kickboxing, stands as the embodiment of a ‘Jack of all Trades.’ His flawless striking, coupled with strategic positioning, has earned him critical acclaim. His unforgettable KO kick against Kamaru Usman in UFC 278 earned him the welterweight belt. In contrast, Colby Covington, nicknamed ‘Chaos,’ is renowned for his wrestling, relentless pace and cardio, wearing down opponents with extreme determination. He tasted gold by winning the interim welterweight championship in 2018, but had to relinquish it due to injury. Since then, two prior attempts to capture the title fell short, and now Covington seeks redemption by pursuing Edwards from start to finish for the coveted UFC welterweight belt.
On the flipside, the flyweight title showdown features the newly crowned champion Alexandre Pantoja, who will square off against formidable No. 2 contender Brandon Royval. Pantoja clinched the flyweight title in the same arena during UFC 290, triumphing over Brandon Moreno by split decision. The Brazilian maestro boasts precision striking, exceptional grappling prowess, and adaptability that makes him a formidable force against any adversary. For the resilient ‘Raw Dawg’ Brandon Royval, this presents opportunity for redemption against Pantoja, having lost in their first encounter. He is ranked #2 in the division, riding a three-fight win streak, and holds four Fight and Performance of the Night awards, so he’ll be bringing all his firepower to a bout that promises all the gold.
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Where to watch UFC 296 in India?
UFC 296 will be aired live on Sony Sports Network in India.
Which TV channel will telecast UFC 296 in India?
UFC 296 – Edwards vs. Covington will be live telecast on Sony Sports Ten 2 SD and HD, Sony Sports Ten 3 SD and HD (Hindi), and Sony Sports Ten 4 (Tamil & Telugu) SD & HD channels.
Where can I watch UFC 296 online in India?
UFC 296 can be streamed live on www.sonyliv.com in India.
