UFC newcomer, light heavyweight prospect Walker, is set to make his debut against ranked opponent Menifield as the opening bout for UFC Seattle this weekend. Walker secured a coveted spot on the main card, headlined by Henry Cejudo vs. Song Yadong, and is aiming to make a strong impression and potentially climb the rankings quickly.
Walker is a 6-0 light heavyweight prospect and is gearing up for his debut with Dana White’s promotion this weekend atNot only did Walker secure a spot on the main card of the event headlined by former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo vs Song Yadong, he also secured the opening spot.
A large proportion of fans will tune in at the beginning of the main card on fight night, which means that the first bout's action normally depends on if they keep watching or not. A third added: “Just as humble as a man can be…could be ranked within the next week if he beats Menifield. What a debut…to be ranked in your first fight on the eliteWalker’s opponent Menifield is ranked number 15 in the UFC’s light heavyweight division, which is currently ruled by Brazilian fan-favourite
‘Juice Box’ can then expect fights with the likes of Dominick Reyes, Johnny Walker and Khalil Rountree Jr, who are all in the top 15 light heavyweight rankings.
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