This is the UFC 330 live blog for Edson Barboza vs. Esteban Ribovics, the main card lightweight bout Saturday at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
This is the 33rd UFC appearance for Barboza (24-14), who has competed at 145 and 155 pounds during his 16-year run with the promotion. The Brazilian fan favorite is well-known for his thrilling striking duels and some of the most memorable knockouts in UFC history, but at 40, Barboza could be nearing retirement. He enters tonight’s contest on a three-fight losing streak.
Ribovics (15-3) is also known for his barnburner performances, at one point earning three straight Fight of the Night bonuses. In his most recent outing, Ribovics lost via submission to top 10 lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot, but can add a notable veteran to his hit list with a win over Barboza. Of Ribovic’s 15 career wins, 12 have come by way of knockout or submission.
Check out the UFC 330 live blog for Edson Barboza vs. Esteban Ribovics below.
Preamble
Are we about to have an “Everything ends badly, otherwise it wouldn’t end” moment? Is Edson Barboza about to be given definitive proof that he should retire? We might get one more fun performance out of him, right?
Right?