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Things to watch out for at UFC Perth as Carlos Ulberg chases title fight and ‘Vanilla Gorilla’ gets main card debut

Things to watch out for at UFC Perth as Carlos Ulberg chases title fight and ‘Vanilla Gorilla’ gets main card debut

The UFC returns to Perth, and while there has been some criticism of the card, there is plenty to look out for.
Just a week away from UFC 320, UFC Perth is a card with an interesting main event, but it looks weaker and weaker the further you go down the card.
The main event between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes is what has drawn most eyes to the card, as the two top ten Light Heavyweights battle in a fight that could have massive future implications.
Continuing down the card, injuries have taken away some interesting bouts, with Neil Magny the only real name still fighting on the UFC Perth card.
The rest of the show is peppered with veteran fighters and up-and-coming stars, who will be sure to give it their all in Perth on September 27.
Here are some things you need to watch out for at UFC Perth.
He has the chance to change that at UFC Perth, as one of the greatest New Zealand fighters will be close to home when he takes on Reyes.
A big knockout on the former football player is needed to show Dana White that he means business, and put stock in the idea of him challenging either Magomed Ankalaev or Alex Pereira after UFC 320.
Louie Sutherland has a chance to impress, as his UFC debut was moved to the main card
Dana White must have some faith that Louie Sutherland could cause a big upset on his UFC debut, as his first fight for the promotion was moved up to the main card just days before the event.
Sutherland is one of the fighters you need to watch out for at UFC Perth, and for good reason. He is known as the Vanilla Gorilla, which, after seeing his immense size, becomes a very obvious nickname.
The Scottish Heavyweight could break out at UFC Perth, adding to his 10-3 record, which includes a stint in Bellator and the PFL.
While originally on the prelims, Sutherland has now been given his first shot at the UFC on the main card, taking on Justin Tafa.
A win over Tafa, who has a 7-5 record in his career, is crucial. The Vanilla Gorilla looks set up for a big win on the big stage as he is thrust into the limelight at UFC Perth.
Neil Magny can jump up to become the 2nd-winningest fighter in UFC history
As one of the few notable names on the card, Magny can add to his already legendary longevity if he adds another win to his record at UFC Perth.
The Haitian Sensation may have never been UFC Champion, but his consistency in an ever-changing promotion is something few fighters have ever managed.
Since his debut at UFC 157, Magny has spent 12 years with the UFC, battling 35 times in the octagon. While there were some big losses in that time, he has still racked up 23 victories – the joint-second most in history.