Former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno will face Charles Johnson at UFC 335 in Las Vegas on December 12.
Former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno is scheduled to face Charles Johnson at UFC 335 on December 12. The high-stakes clash will take place at the iconic T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, adding another major bout to the year-end pay-per-view card.
The announcement was officially revealed on Brandon Moreno's personal Instagram page, where the fighter shared his motivation to secure a victory. Both athletes enter this matchup with distinct objectives as they look to make a strong statement in the flyweight division before the year concludes, according to information published by mmamania.
The event itself boasts a loaded fight card featuring marquee matchups across multiple weight classes. Fans attending the Las Vegas venue or watching globally will witness a stacked lineup, cementing this December card as one of the most anticipated mixed martial arts events of the calendar year.
Brandon Moreno aims to prove flyweight elite status
Brandon Moreno comes into this December matchup with a very clear goal to continue proving that he belongs in the flyweight elite. Currently holding the eighth spot in real rankings and tenth in Meta rankings, the former champion is looking to build crucial momentum.
His recent performances have seen mixed results inside the Octagon. In September, Brandon Moreno secured a split decision victory over Joseph Morales. Earlier in the year, he faced a tough test against Lone'er Kavanagh and closed out the previous year with a TKO loss to Tatsuro Taira.
Charles Johnson looks to halt rival momentum
Opposing him is Charles Johnson, whose primary objective is to curb Brandon Moreno's momentum in the division. Unranked by media outlets but positioned fifteenth in Meta rankings, Charles Johnson is preparing for his fifth Octagon appearance of the year.
The fighter known as Inner G is coming off a notable win over Eduardo Chapolin via a rare Scottish twister submission. Prior to that spectacular finish, Charles Johnson experienced a rare submission loss against Asu Almabayev, secured a split decision over Bruno Silva, and suffered a knockout loss to Alex Perez.
Stacked UFC 335 fight card details
UFC 335 is shaping up to be a massive show to close out the year at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event features several high-profile bouts that promise an unforgettable night of fights for mixed martial arts enthusiasts worldwide.
Key matchups on the upcoming fight card include:
- Charles Oliveira versus Diego Lopes for the BMF belt in the main event
- Alex Pereira moving up to heavyweight to face Sergei Pavlovich in the co-main event
- A highly anticipated clash between Joe Pyfer and Bo Nickal
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Brandon Moreno vs. Charles Johnson at UFC 335?
Brandon Moreno will fight Charles Johnson at UFC 335 on December 12 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
What are the recent records of Brandon Moreno and Charles Johnson?
Brandon Moreno is coming off a split decision win over Joseph Morales, while Charles Johnson recently secured a submission victory against Eduardo Chapolin.
What other fights are featured on the UFC 335 card?
The UFC 335 card is headlined by Charles Oliveira versus Diego Lopes for the BMF belt, alongside Alex Pereira fighting Sergei Pavlovich at heavyweight.
