Canada’s Brad Katona has his next fight.
The Winnipeg native will take on Jean Matsumoto at UFC Vegas 99 on Oct. 19, the UFC announced Tuesday.
It will be a tough test for Katona, as the 24-year-old Matsumoto is undefeated in UFC with a perfect 15-0-0 record.
Katona, 32, is 16-3 and won his last fight over American Jesse Butler in June.
Katona and Matsumoto will square off on a UFC Fight Night card headlined by a bout between middleweights Anthony Hernandez and Michel Pereira.
Canadian MMA fighter Brad Katona is gearing up to face off against Jean Matsumoto at UFC Vegas 99 in Canada. The highly anticipated matchup is set to take place on October 15th, 2022, and fans are already buzzing with excitement.
Katona, who hails from Winnipeg, Manitoba, is a rising star in the UFC’s bantamweight division. With an impressive record of 11 wins and 2 losses, Katona has proven himself to be a formidable opponent in the cage. Known for his slick striking and solid grappling skills, Katona is a well-rounded fighter who always brings his A-game to the octagon.
On the other side of the cage, Jean Matsumoto is no slouch either. The Japanese fighter boasts a record of 9 wins and 3 losses and is known for his explosive striking and aggressive fighting style. With both fighters hungry for a victory, this matchup promises to be a thrilling showdown between two talented athletes.
UFC Vegas 99 will mark the first time that the UFC has held an event in Canada since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. With restrictions easing and fans eager to see live MMA action once again, the event is sure to draw a large crowd and generate plenty of excitement.
As the date of the fight draws near, fans can expect plenty of trash talk, intense training montages, and media appearances from both fighters as they prepare to step into the cage and do battle. With so much on the line, both Katona and Matsumoto will be looking to make a statement and secure a decisive victory.
So mark your calendars and get ready for an action-packed night of fights at UFC Vegas 99 in Canada. Brad Katona vs. Jean Matsumoto is sure to be a fight to remember, so don’t miss out on all the excitement!