Christian Leroy Duncan prepares for Jared Cannonier at UFC fight night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Christian Leroy Duncan is set to face Jared Cannonier in the co-main event at UFC Fight Night 281, taking place at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on July 17, 2026. Duncan views Cannonier's experience and skill as significant challenges, expressing his respect for a fighter who has contended at the highest levels. Despite the age difference—Duncan is 30 and Cannonier is 42—Duncan emphasizes that he is preparing for the best version of Cannonier, who has faced top-tier competition. Both fighters are keenly aware of the stakes, with Duncan looking to extend his winning streak to five fights.
- •Duncan holds a 14-2 MMA record; Cannonier is 18-9.
- •Cannonier has 11 UFC fights, while Duncan has had 9.
- •Duncan aims to evolve his fighting style ahead of the match.
- •Fight scheduled for July 17, 2026, in Oklahoma City.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Leroy Duncan expects best version of Jared Cannonier, even at 42
"Christian Leroy Duncan isn't letting Jared Cannonier's age fool him. He's preparing for the best version of "The Killa Gorilla" at UFC OKC.
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