UFC light heavyweight Kennedy Nzechukwu is the only fighter from UFC Newark that will be competing at UFC 288. He defeated Darko Stosic despite three low strikes that took him off his game. He’s looking for a much cleaner performance this go around versus Devin Clark.
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UFC 288 marks the first event at Prudential Center since UFC FIGHT NIGHT: COVINGTON vs. LAWLER in August 2019. The famed arena has played host to a total of eight UFC events dating back to 2007 and has seen world championship bouts featuring MMA icons including Georges St-Pierre, Jon Jones, Mauricio Rua and Urijah Faber.
UFC 288 tickets are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person.
“I am excited to bring another massive Pay-Per-View back to Newark,” UFC President Dana White said. “New Jersey has always been amazing to the UFC. We’ve had so many great events there and I can’t wait to bring a stacked card to the city for UFC 288.”
“Our state is proud to host this exciting event and provide a premium experience for the thousands of UFC fans attending,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. “New Jersey’s world-class sports and entertainment venues, exceptional restaurants and hotels, and unparalleled airports and location have made our state the premier destination for some of the world’s most high-profile events. Hosting this major UFC card, coupled with the additional community-based and tourism opportunities leading up to the main event, will bring significant economic activity and impact to the region.”
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“Newark is a vibrant city accustomed to hosting mega events that help showcase our vitality, diversity, and zest for the best the world has to offer,” Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka said. “We open our arms to UFC’s astounding athletes and the thousands of fans in attendance who will experience how robust our city is in entertainment and the arts. Millions of TV households worldwide will also be ringside for this sports extravaganza and come away knowing that the City of Newark is itself a worthy destination.”
“Prudential Center is extremely excited to partner with UFC to deliver a global pay-per-view event to the great state of New Jersey,” said Tad Brown, Chief Executive Officer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. “There is a rich tradition of iconic UFC events in NJ, including legendary World Championship matches which have taken place in front of enthusiastic crowds at Prudential Center in Newark. We are looking forward to adding this next chapter to our history books at UFC 288 on May 6.”
