UFC® is set to electrify Nashville with a thrilling showdown between heavyweight knockout artists. Former world title challenger and current No. 9 ranked contender Derrick Lewis will battle No. 14 Tallison Teixeira.
UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: LEWIS vs. TEIXEIRA will take place on Sat., July 12 at Bridgestone Arena.
Fight Card Highlights
Here's a preview of some of the anticipated matchups:
- Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira: A heavyweight clash promises fireworks as Lewis, known for his 15 UFC knockouts, faces the undefeated Teixeira, who boasts a 100 percent first-round finishing rate.
- Other Bouts: Light heavyweight action sees Junior Tafa take on Tuco Tokkos.
For the latest information on additional bouts for this event, please visit UFC.com. All bouts are live and subject to change.
Ticket Information
Tickets for UFC® FIGHT NIGHT: LEWIS vs. CT are available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com. Ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person.
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Arena Policy
For enhanced safety and speed of entry, we strongly discourage guests from bringing bags to events. Bags that measure smaller than 6” x 4” x 1.5” may proceed through express screening lanes for visual inspection. Reminder: Patrons with prohibited items will not be permitted entry to the arena. Bridgestone Arena does not provide on-site storage.
Exceptions to this bag policy may be made for extenuating circumstances such as medical needs and diaper bags.
UFC KO king Lewis (28-12, 1NC, fighting out of Houston, Texas) aims to add to his record 15 UFC knockouts with another highlight-reel stoppage. Stepping into his 10th UFC main event, Lewis has consistently entertained fans with his finishes of Curtis Blaydes, Alexander Volkov and Rodrigo Nascimento.
Dana White’s Contender Series standout Teixeira (8-0, fighting out of Sao Paulo, Brazil) plans to make the most of his first UFC main event with a spectacular upset. Undefeated with an impressive 100 percent first-round finishing rate, Teixeira proved he has what it takes to compete with the best in the world with victories over Justin Tafa and Arthur Lopes.
He is currently tied for the fourth most consecutive knockouts in UFC history with five, including those over Kyle Nelson, Melquizael Costa and Chase Hooper. Garcia (17-5, fighting out of Albuquerque, N.M.) intends to extend his winning streak and break into the featherweight rankings.
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Derrick Lewis Knockouts But They Get Increasingly More Brutal
| Fighter | Record | Ranking | Notable Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derrick Lewis | 28-12, 1NC | #9 Heavyweight | Curtis Blaydes, Alexander Volkov, Rodrigo Nascimento |
| Tallison Teixeira | 8-0 | #14 Heavyweight | Justin Tafa, Arthur Lopes |
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