UFC 301 : Alexandre Pantoja vs Steve Erceg (Image Credit: Getty Images)
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the UFC will make its first trip back to Brazil in more than a year with UFC 301. The card’s main event is a 125-pound title match between Steve Erceg and the UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja.

With a fantastic lineup of elite Brazilian talent, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is returning victorious to the Marvelous City (Cidade Marahilhosa). This coming home will undoubtedly be a spectacular show to remember.

On May 4, 2024, MMA fans from South America will descend upon Rio de Janeiro’s storied Jeunesse Arena, a venue renowned for its thrilling ambiance. Brazilian fans will have a unique opportunity to witness the excitement of a premier battle of styles in person.

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Preview Of UFC 301 Alexandre Pantoja vs Steve Erceg

At UFC 290, Pantoja defeated Brandon Moreno via split decision to win the flyweight title. At UFC 296 in December, the Brazilian fighter defeated Brandon Royval via unanimous decision to defend his title for the first time successfully.

With a 12-1 record, Erceg is ranked No. 10 among fighters in the official UFC flyweight rankings going into the match. Originating in Perth, Australia, Erceg has won 11 straight fights, three of which were while he was on the UFC roster. In September 2017, he lost his lone professional fight. In March of this year, Erceg defeated Matt Schnell via knockout.