Payton Talbott (left) takes on Felipe Lima (right) in the opening bout of UFC 317's main card [image courtesy: Getty images]
UFC 317 will see two bantamweight contenders face off in the opening bout of the main card. Payton Talbott, a touted promotional prospect, will be hoping to rebound from the first loss of his career suffered in his previous bout. After accruing a 9-0 record, Talbott's momentum was halted by divisional mainstay Raoni Barcelos at UFC 311. The 26-year old has delivered several notable performances in the octagon already, and will be hoping to make a statement against divisional newcomer Felipe Lima at UFC 317. Lima holds a 2-0 record inside the promotion having made his debut in June 2024 against Muhammad Naimov. The Brazilian holds a 13 fight winnings streak, and will no doubt enter his upcoming clash with confidence having secured victory in his two UFC bouts.
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