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UFC Fight Night 252 featured Andre Fili vs Melquizael Costa, alongside exciting matchups and predictions favoring experienced fighters.

UFC Fight Night 252, held on February 22, 2025, at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, showcased thrilling matchups. The main card kicked off at 60 PM EST, featuring a highly anticipated featherweight bout between Andre Fili and Melquizael Costa. Fili, boasting a record of 24-11, aimed for consecutive victories after a split decision win over Cub Swanson. Meanwhile, Costa, with a 21-7 record, sought to secure back-to-back wins following a submission victory over Nuerdanbieke Shayilan.

In the preliminary card, Nursulton Ruziboev faced Eric McConico in a middleweight clash. Ruziboev, a seasoned fighter with a record of 34-9-2, looked to rebound from his last loss, while McConico, making his UFC debut at 34, brought a record of 9-2-1 and a five-fight winning streak. Predictions favored Ruziboev due to his extensive experience.

The main card also featured notable fights including Henry Cejudo vs Song Yadong and Brandon Allen vs Anthony Hernandez. For viewers in the UK, the event was broadcast on TNT Sports, while fans in the USA could catch the action live on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass. The excitement built as Fili and Costa were expected to enter the octagon around 11:40 PM GMT.

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UFC Fight Night 252

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