Get ready, fight fans, because UFC 323 marks a significant turning point! This Saturday, the final UFC pay-per-view event on ESPN+ will unfold in Las Vegas, and it promises to be a memorable one. But what makes this event so special? Well, it's the end of an era, and the legendary Joe Rogan will be on the call for the last time in this format.
The news broke through sources close to the promotion, who confirmed to MMA Fighting that Rogan will be joined by Jon Anik and Daniel Cormier at the T-Mobile Arena. This trio will bring their expertise to the main event, where Merab Dvalishvili aims for his fourth title defense of the year as he faces Petr Yan in a highly anticipated rematch. This is a record-setting feat, and the pressure is on!
And this is just the tip of the iceberg! Megan Olivi will be the roving reporter, bringing us all the behind-the-scenes action, while Din Thomas provides expert commentary as part of the broadcast team.
But here's where it gets controversial... On Friday, before the fights even begin, you can catch Cormier alongside Laura Sanko, former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman, and host Dan Hellie for the UFC 323 weigh-in show.
The analyst desk for fight week is packed with talent, featuring past UFC title challengers Chael Sonnen, Anthony Smith, and Gilbert Melendez, with Brendan Fitzgerald leading the charge as host.
And the excitement doesn't stop there! UFC 323 also features a thrilling flyweight championship bout. Four-time defending champ Alexandre Pantoja will put his title on the line against Joshua Van in the co-main event.
So, what do you think of this lineup? Are you excited about the final ESPN+ pay-per-view with Joe Rogan? Will Dvalishvili make history? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
