UFC 320: Fighter’s ‘Sacrifice’ Saves Bout Against Feared KO Artist

Few are predicting an upset at UFC 320 as the fighter dubbed `mini Francis Ngannou` prepares to enter the octagon.

Following a Perth event marred by five fight cancellations, fans are eagerly anticipating a smooth UFC 320 pay-per-view this Saturday in Las Vegas.

While the main card remains strong, featuring the highly anticipated light heavyweight rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira, and Merab Dvalishvili`s bantamweight title defense against Cory Sandhagen, the preliminary card has already seen a significant change.

Ozzy Diaz was originally slated to face Ateba Gautier, a formidable middleweight from Cameroon nicknamed `mini Ngannou,` in a featured preliminary bout. Diaz`s withdrawal due to a medical issue prompted a quick search for a replacement, which the promotion successfully secured.

Ateba Gautier Remains on UFC 320 Card, Faces Treston Vines (10-3) on Short Notice

Despite Petr Yan`s suggestion for a potential opponent, UFC officials opted for Treston Vines to step in. His management team confirmed the late-notice debut via social media.

The 29-year-old boasts a 10-3 professional record, though all his losses have been notably brutal. After a swift 26-second knockout defeat under the Cage Fury Fighting Championships banner in 2023, Vines has secured four consecutive victories across various regional circuits.

Vines has an impressive tally of 10 first-round finishes in his amateur and professional career. On October 4th, he will enter the T-Mobile Arena to face an opponent equally renowned for quick victories.

Gautier`s 70-second knockout at UFC 318 in July marked his sixth first-round stoppage in eight career wins. `The Silent Assassin` will undoubtedly aim to extend this impressive record at his new opponent`s expense this Saturday.

Fans Express Concerns for Treston Vines Facing Gautier on Ankalaev vs. Pereira Undercard

Fans swiftly reacted to the news that Gautier`s UFC 320 bout had been salvaged with a replacement fighter.

Considering Vines` history of brutal losses and his less-than-stellar record against higher-profile opponents, few anticipate him surviving past the first round against a fighter likened to the sport`s most devastating striker.

Social media users quickly voiced their apprehension, highlighting Vines` prior losses and the daunting challenge ahead:

• “He`s 1-3 in major MMA organizations with three first-round KOs… why agree to Gautier on 4 days notice?”
• “RIP Vines.”
• “Thoughts and prayers.”
• “Poor guy.”
• “Expect a -2500 betting line.”
• “It was fun knowing you, Treston Vines.”
• “Thank you for your sacrifice, Tristan.”
• “This is like writing your name in a death note.”
• “Sounds like a rough debut.”
• “Brave move, Vines, volunteering to be hit by a truck!”
• “Sanctioned homicide.”

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