Mike Malott, a prominent Canadian fighter, is set to face Gilbert Urbina at the July 13 UFC Fight Night. Malott’s career had been on a strong trajectory until a loss to Magny interrupted his momentum. Prior to that setback, he had been demonstrating remarkable skills, positioning himself as a contender for the welterweight title.
His opponent, Gilbert Urbina, is also aiming for a comeback following a recent defeat. Urbina’s UFC career has been marked by mixed results, with losses in two out of three appearances. His last fight ended in a first-round knockout loss to Charles Radtke in February, following a previous victory against Orion Cosce in May 2023.
Urbina’s most recent challenge was a short-notice bout against Bryan Battle for the TUF 29 middleweight championship, stepping in for an injured competitor. Unfortunately, he succumbed to a second-round submission via rear-naked choke. Both Malott and Urbina are eager to regain their footing in the welterweight division and move closer to a coveted spot in the Top 15 rankings as the year 2025 approaches.
While the venue and location for the July 13th UFC Fight Night event are yet to be announced, anticipation is building for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. As the main event is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, fans eagerly await the opportunity to witness these two determined fighters clash in the octagon, each vying for redemption and a chance to propel themselves towards championship contention.
