WATCH: Kai Kara-France and Amir Albazi have a fiery face-off ahead of UFC Vegas 74 main event
UFC Vegas 74 will be headlined by a thrilling flyweight main event bout with serious title implications when Kai Kara-France and Amir Albazi meet inside the octagon. Ahead of their matchup on June 3, the pair were involved in a heated face-off.
Kai Kara-France led with his signature throat-slitting gesture before the two found themselves exchanging words. The intensity of the occasion was palpable as emotions ran high in the charged atmosphere.
Check out the heated face-off below:
This one just got a little more interesting 👀
@KaiKaraFrance vs @AmirAlbazi
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With a record of 24 wins, 10 losses and one no-contest, Kai Kara-France has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the highly competitive flyweight division. While his most recent appearance in the octagon resulted in a third-round TKO loss to reigning flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, the New Zealander's skill and tenacity remain undeniable.
On the side of the spectrum, Amir Albazi boasts an impressive overall record of 16 wins and a solitary loss. Notably, nine of his victories have come through submissions, showcasing his exceptional grappling prowess. 'The Prince' has yet to taste defeat within the UFC, emerging triumphant in all four of his fights under the organization's banner.
What else is on the UFC Vegas 74: Kai Kara-France vs. Amir Albazi card?
UFC Vegas 74 is set to deliver a thrilling co-main event, featuring Alex Caceres and Daniel Pineda in a featherweight clash. 'Bruce Leeroy' experienced a setback when his five-fight win streak was snapped with a unanimous decision loss to Sodiq Yusuff in March last year. However, he made an impressive comeback by securing a first-round technical knockout victory over Julian Erosa in December.
His opponent, Daniel Pineda, has maintained an impeccable finishing record in his wins, adding to his credibility as a formidable featherweight contender. Pineda's most recent accomplishment includes a second-round submission win over Tucker Lutz in March.
Adding to the excitement, the card also features the seasoned MMA veteran Jim Miller, who will step into the octagon for an astonishing 42nd time. Miller's opponent, Jesse Butler, has stepped up on short notice after Jared Gordon withdrew from the fight. With a five-fight win streak to his name, Butler looks to make an impactful promotional debut against the experienced Miller.