Recently, there has been a lot of action in the bantamweight category of the UFC. There will be bouts between every one of the best fighters in the division’s rankings, including both of their opponents. Here, you will know about the UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong.
On Saturday, two competitors are prepared to make their statements and show why they should be considered championship contenders. Cory Sandhagen will compete against Song Yadong at UFC Vegas 60.
Preview:
The APEX Center in Las Vegas is the location of UFC Vegas 60, which takes place there. Sandhagen made his pro debut in 2015. Sandhagen joined the UFC in 2018, and since then he has a record of 7-3 with the organization. Sandhagen was defeated by T.J. Dillashaw in Dillashaw’s first fight after serving a ban of two years in July 2021.
Sandhagen, who was rated fourth at the time of his most recent bout in October, was defeated by Petr Yan for the interim bantamweight championship held by the UFC.
Yadong, who is now rated tenth, made his debut as a professional in 2013. Yadong is now 8-1-1 since joining the UFC in 2017, when he first began competing there. Yadong has won his previous three fights, the most recent of which was a knockout victory against Marlon Moraes in March. Yadong is now undefeated.
When is UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong?
On September 17, 2018, the UFC Vegas 60 event will take place. The preliminary bouts begin at four o’clock Eastern Time (ET), and then the main program begins at seven o’clock ET. Depending on how long the undercard bouts go on for, Sandhagen and Yadong are expected to enter the octagon around 10 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
Venue:
The UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong event will take place at the UFC’s APEX Center in Las Vegas.
How to Watch UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong?
Both the preliminary bouts and the main card for UFC Vegas 60 will be streamed live on ESPN+. ESPN+ subscriptions are available on a monthly basis for $9.99, or you can purchase an annual membership for $99.99.
Cory Sandhagen record, bio
- Nationality: American
- Born: April 20, 1992
- Height: 5-11
- Reach: 70 inches
- Total fights: 18
- Record: 14-4 with six wins via knockout
Song Yadong record, bio
- Nationality: Chinese
- Born: Dec. 2, 1997
- Height: 5-8
- Reach: 67 inches
- Total fights: 27
- Record: 19-6-1with one no-contest, eight wins via knockout
UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong fight card
Main card
- Cory Sandhagen vs. Song Yadong; Bantamweights
- Chidi Njokuani vs. Gregory Rodrigues; Middleweights
- Andre Fili vs. Bill Algeo; Featherweights
- Tanner Boser vs. Rodrigo Nascimento; Heavyweights
Prelims
- Anthony Hernandez vs. Marc-Andre Barriault; Middleweights
- Damon Jackson vs. Pat Sabatini; Featherweights
- Trevin Giles vs. Louis Cosce; Welterweights
- Joseph Pyfer vs. Alen Amedovski; Middleweights
- Aspen Ladd vs. Sara McMann; Bantamweights
- Denise Gomes vs. Loma Lookboonmee; Strawweights
- Nikolas Motta vs. Cameron VanCamp; Lightweights
- Tony Gravely vs. Javid Basharat; Bantamweights
Odds
- Sandhagen -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
- Song +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
UFC Vegas 60: Cory Sandhagen vs Song Yadong Prediction:
And although Yadong has been waiting for a chance like this, Sandhagen has to find a new niche outside the top five bantamweights. Seemingly, Yadong has figured out how to bring his evil might to the level of the UFC. It took previous champion Yan to lose his title fight with Sandhagen because of his rock-solid chin. Sandhagen’s high energy level makes him susceptible to taking damage. If his pride holds, he has lost rounds because of it.
Sandhagen has gone the distance in the Octagon twice, earning a 2-2 record with one draw and one loss. Yadong has had a lot of success in front of the judges, but this is his first professional bout lasting the full five rounds. Both gentlemen use unique strategies, all of which are protected by rock-solid chins. Sandhagen should have the upper hand because to his experience against harder opponents, but Yadong will likely win in less than ten rounds.
Prediction: Cory Sandhagen will win the fight.
