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UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Font is an MMA event organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The main event of the night is between the welterweights Cory Sandhagen and Rob Font.
Sandhagen and Font are currently ranked No.4 and No.7 on the UFC Bantamweight Rankings, respectively.
Cory Sandhagen vs Rob Font UFC Head-to-Head Records
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Cory Sandhagen is scheduled to face Rob Font for the first time at UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Font (UFC on ESPN 50).
On August 5, 2023, No.4 ranked bantamweight Cory Sandhagen was meant to face No. 11 ranked Umar Nurmagomedov in Nashville, Tennessee, at UFC on ESPN 50. Unfortunately, Nurmagomedov had to withdraw from the event in mid-July due to an injury that was sustained to his shoulder. As a result, Rob Font stepped in as a replacement for Nurmagomedov in a catchweight bout of 140 pounds.
The fight is scheduled to take place on August 5, 2023, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
Cory Sandhagen vs. Rob Font Stats
| Stats | Cory Sandhagen | Rob Font |
| MMA Record | 16-4-0 | 20-6-0 |
| UFC Ranking (Bantamweight) | 4 | 7 |
| Last Fight | Win | Win |
| Nationality | American | American |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight | 135 lbs (65 kg) | 135 lbs (65 kg) |
| Reach | 70 in | 71 in |
| Leg Reach | 40 in | 38.5 in |
| Striking Accuracy | 44% | 46% |
| Takedown Accuracy | 21% | 36% |
| Takedown Defense | 64% | 55% |
| Win Streak (Active) | 2 | 1 |
| MMA Debut | 2015 | 2011 |
Cory Sandhagen’s Career in the UFC
Cory Sandhagen made his UFC promotional debut against Austin Arnett on January 27, 2018. Sandhagen defeated him via second-round TKO.
Some of his notable victories include wins against Yuri Alcantara, Rafael Assuncao, Marlon Moraes, Frankie Edgar, and Song Tadong. He also won the Fight of the Night bonus for his bout against Iuri Alcantara.
On June 6, 2020, Sandhagen faced Aljamain Sterling in a bantamweight title eliminator match,, but lost via submission in the first round.
He had a successful 2021 with victories against Frankie Edgar and Marlon Moraes, earning him Performance of the Night honors.
Sandhagen also competed for the Interim UFC Bantamweight Championship against Petr Yan on October 30, 2021, but lost via unanimous decision. This fight was also awarded a ‘Fight of the Night’ bonus.
In 2023, he defeated Marlon Vera via a split decision, with most media outlets scoring the fight in his favor.
Last Updated On August 4, 2023
FAQs
A. UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Font or UFC on ESPN 50 is scheduled to take place on August 5th, 2023.
A. UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Font is taking place at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
A. Cory Sandhagen holds an MMA record of 16-4-0 and is currently ranked No.4 in the UFC bantamweight rankings.
A. Rob Font has compiled a professional MMA record of 20 wins and 6 losses (20-6-0) and is ranked No.7 in the UFC bantamweight rankings.
A. Cory Sandhagen is currently 31 years old, as he was born on April 20, 1992.
A. Cory Sandhagen primarily utilizes the kickboxing style of fighting.
