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Edson Barboza prepares for Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Edson Barboza prepares for Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330

Summary

Edson Barboza is set to fight Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330 on Saturday in Philadelphia. While some speculate this could be Barboza's last fight, he remains focused solely on the match, expressing no intention to retire at this time. Barboza, who has been fighting professionally since 2009, stated he is in good health and eager to compete, highlighting his commitment to family while training effectively. The event takes place at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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•UFC 330 is scheduled for Saturday at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
•Barboza has a professional record of 24-14 and is 18-14 in the UFC.
•Esteban Ribovics has a record of 15-3 and is 4-3 in the UFC.
•Barboza is prioritizing this fight over retirement speculation.
•He feels healthy and has trained without injuries in preparation.

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1:49 AMYahoo Sports — UFC 330 video: Edson Barboza retires after punishing loss to Esteban Ribovics
5:00 PMYahoo Sports — UFC 330: Edson Barboza focused on Esteban Ribovics, not retirement

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