Waldo Cortes-Acosta had a blockbuster start to his MMA career, very much like his upcoming opponent, Sergei Pavlovich. Therefore, he is determined to bring the Russian heavyweight to his knees on Saturday night’s UFC Fight Night 257. From Ringside Unified Fighting to Bellator and even Dana White’s Contender Series, the 33-year-old had managed to keep his undefeated record intact. However, things changed once he was inside the promotion.

After winning his first nine pro fights, Acosta suffered his first career upset against Marcos Rogerio de Lima in 2023, losing a 3-round fight via unanimous decision. Since then, he has managed to build up a five-fight win streak. However, a tough test awaits in Shanghai, China, as he prepares to face Pavlovich. Before the heavyweight attempts to create an

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