Next to UFC Fight Night Dublin headliner Conor McGregor , The Ultimate Fighter Season 19 fighter and McGregor teammate Cathal Pendred may be the Irish fighter most home country fans have been pining to see in the Octagon. UFC officials on Thursday granted Irish fight fans their wish, announcing Pendred would square up opposite castmate Mike King at the O2 in Dublin on July 19. McGregor headlines with card in a battle with Diego Brandao. Pendred (13-2-1) made it to the TUF 19 semifinal round before losing a split decision to Eddie Gordon. He will make his first official start for the UFC in Dublin, fighting in front of a sold-out crown on his home turf.
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Cathal Pendred Joins Teammate Conor McGregor on the UFC Fight Night Dublin Card – MMA Weekly