Ante DelijavsWaldo Cortes-Acosta

Get ready for a heavyweight showdown as Waldo "Salsa Boy" Cortes-Acosta takes on Ante "Walking Trouble" Delija at UFC Fight Night 263 in Las Vegas. Both fighters are riding high on recent victories, with Cortes-Acosta looking to bounce back from a unanimous decision loss to Sergei Pavlovich, while Delija is fresh off a first-round TKO win over Marcin Tybura. This clash promises fireworks as both fighters aim to solidify their positions in the heavyweight rankings. Cortes-Acosta, known for his relentless pace and striking volume, will be looking to utilize his orthodox stance to keep Delija at bay.

His ability to land significant strikes, as seen in his unanimous decision win over Serghei Spivac, will be crucial. On the other hand, Delija, a former PFL heavyweight champion, brings a powerful ground game and knockout power, evident from his recent victory over Tybura. Technically, this fight could hinge on Cortes-Acosta's ability to maintain distance and avoid Delija's takedowns. If Delija can close the distance and bring the fight to the ground, his ground-and-pound could be a game-changer.

Both fighters have shown resilience and adaptability, making this a strategic battle of wills. With both fighters eager to climb the heavyweight ladder, the stakes are high. A win here could propel either fighter closer to a title shot, making this a must-watch for fans eager to see who will emerge as a true contender in the division.