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Michael Irvin âworriedâ by major American question before UFC White House card
TL;DR
UFC Freedom 250, celebrating 250 years of American Independence, is set to feature major title fights. Michael Irvin expresses concern over how American fighters will perform at this historic event.
Key points
- UFC Freedom 250 is one month away
- Event celebrates 250 years of American Independence
- Undisputed lightweight and interim heavyweight titles are at stake
- Michael Irvin expresses concern for American fighters' performance
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UFC Freedom 250 is now exactly a month away, and it is already one of the most remarkable events in combat sports history.
The show will form part of the celebrations for 250 years of American Independence, with the undisputed lightweight belt and interim heavyweight belt both on the line.
That patriotic backdrop has added pressure, and former NFL star Michael Irvin is worried about how the American fighters will represent their country.
Michael Irvin admits concern over American fighters at UFC Freedom 250
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Speaking on The Ariel Helwani Show, the Dallas Cowboys legend and Hall of Fame wide receiver questioned which home fighter will deliver on such a symbolic night.
âI want to know what American fighter is going to win at the White House. Iâm a little worried about that,â he said.
Irvin also added: âThatâs why I wanted Jon [Jones] in this.â
Many fans believe Alex Pereira against Jones would have elevated the card further, especially if âBonesâ had beaten the Brazilian star on American soil.
That would have given the occasion a clearer national sporting moment, but the UFC has moved forward with a different plan.
American fighters still have chances to deliver
At least two Americans will win, because Josh Hokit faces Derrick Lewis and Bo Nickal meets Kyle Daukaus in all-American bouts.
Elsewhere, the picture is more complicated. Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler are considered underdogs against Ilia Topuria and Mauricio Ruffy respectively.
Sean OâMalley and Steve Garcia also face difficult tests against Aiemann Zahabi and Diego Lopes, leaving Irvinâs concern understandable before a historic UFC night.
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Q&A
What is UFC Freedom 250 and when is it happening?
UFC Freedom 250 is a combat sports event scheduled for one month from now, celebrating 250 years of American Independence.
What titles are on the line at UFC Freedom 250?
The undisputed lightweight belt and interim heavyweight belt will both be contested at UFC Freedom 250.
Why is Michael Irvin worried about American fighters at UFC Freedom 250?
Michael Irvin is concerned about how American fighters will represent their country during this significant patriotic event.
