LAS VEGAS – Jared Vanderaa admits he got the “octagon jitters” in his debut, but he hopes that changes in his second appearance at UFC Fight Night 188 on Saturday. Vanderaa (11-5 MMA, 0-1 UFC) meets Justin Tafa (4-2 MMA, 1-2 UFC) in a heavyweight bout on the main card, which streams on ESPN+ from the UFC Apex, and he’s aiming for the first in what he hopes will be many wins with the promotion. Before the fight, Vanderaa talked to MMA Junkie and other reporters at UFC Fight Night 188 media day and previewed his matchup with Tafa, explained why he wants to take the long road to the top of the division, and more. Watch the full video above.
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