UFC PPV Events Season 25 Episode 5 UFC 238: Cejudo vs. Moraes
- June 8, 2019
UFC 238: Cejudo vs. Moraes is the highly-anticipated fifth episode of season 25 of the popular Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) show, UFC PPV Events. The event took place on June 8, 2019, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.
The main event of the night featured two of the most exciting fighters in the bantamweight division- reigning bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo and the number one contender, Marlon Moraes. Cejudo was looking to add the bantamweight title to his collection after becoming the flyweight champion and cementing himself as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. On the other hand, Moraes aimed to prove himself as the best bantamweight in the world and become the new champion.
The co-main event featured two of the best women's fighters in the world- Valentina Shevchenko and Jessica Eye. Shevchenko was looking to defend her flyweight title for the first time while Eye aimed to dethrone the dominant champion.
Another highly anticipated matchup was between fan-favorites Tony Ferguson and Donald Cerrone. The two lightweights were known for their exciting styles and were set to put on a show for the fans.
The night also featured a battle between two top-ranked bantamweights- Jimmie Rivera and Petr Yan. Rivera was looking to bounce back from a loss and solidify his place as a top contender while Yan aimed to continue his impressive win streak in the UFC.
In the early prelims, notable fighters like Tatiana Suarez, Aljamain Sterling, and Pedro Munhoz were all set to compete in exciting matchups.
Overall, UFC 238: Cejudo vs. Moraes was one of the most stacked cards of the year, featuring some of the best fighters in the world in highly anticipated matchups. The night was filled with exciting moments, impressive performances, and surprise upsets, making it a must-see event for all MMA fans.
