Sterling and Zalal showcase shape ahead of UFC Vegas 116

Aljamain Sterling and Youssef Zalal have shared photos displaying their physical condition ahead of their featherweight clash at UFC Vegas 116 this weekend. Sterling, ranked No. 5 in the division, has suffered only two defeats in the past eight years—a decision loss to Movsar Evloev and a TKO defeat to Sean O'Malley. He aims to work his way back to title contention. Zalal enters the fight on a five-fight win streak since returning to the UFC, with four finishes, and currently sits at No. 7 in the rankings. The bout represents a crucial test for both men.