Ion Cutelaba prepares to face Navajo Stirling at UFC Vegas 119
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Ion Cutelaba and Navajo Stirling are set to meet at UFC Fight Night 279 in Las Vegas on Saturday. Cutelaba, who has a record of 20-11-1, emphasizes his experience advantage over the undefeated Stirling (9-0). He describes his mindset as a 'professor' ready to teach the younger fighter. Stirling considers himself a top prospect in the light heavyweight division, confident in his abilities within the octagon. Both fighters express readiness to engage in a competitive bout at the Meta APEX.
- •Cutelaba has a professional record of 20-11-1.
- •Stirling is undefeated with a record of 9-0.
- •The fight occurs at UFC Fight Night 279 on Saturday.
- •Cutelaba feels confident after a recent submission victory.
- •Stirling aims to prove himself as a top contender in the division.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — 'Professor' Ion Cutelaba ready to teach Navajo Stirling at UFC Vegas 119
"According to Ion Cutelaba, he'll be the "professor" ready to teach Navajo Stirling a thing or two at UFC Vegas 119.
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