UFC heavyweight Curtis Blaydes wanted big fights and a bigger contract. He’s got the former for sure. The promotion today announced Blaydes (10-1 MMA, 5-1 UFC) will meet multi-promotion champ Alistair Overeem (43-16 MMA, 8-5 UFC) at UFC 225, which takes place June 9 at United Center in Chicago. Via Twitter: HWs head to the @UnitedCenter Chicago's @RazorBlaydes265 continues his quest for UFC gold vs @AlistairOvereem . #UFC225 pic.twitter.com/C8QZXnIr9K — UFC (@ufc) March 7, 2018 Although the official bout order has not been announced, it’s a near certainty the two will meet on the pay-per-view main card following prelims on FS1 and UFC Fight Pass.
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Curtis Blaydes gets home fight vs. Alistair Overeem at UFC 225 in Chicago – MMA Junkie