UFC 332 Welterweight Bout Added with Undefeated Jacobe Smith
Jacobe Smith is set to face Bruce Whitehead in a welterweight clash at UFC 332, aiming to maintain his unbeaten record.
UFC 332 is set to take place this Saturday in Salt Lake City, and the fight card has received an exciting addition. Undefeated welterweight Jacobe Smith (12-0) will face newcomer Bruce Whitehead (8-2) in a bout that has been confirmed just nine days before the event.
Smith, who earned his UFC contract through Dana White’s Contender Series in 2024, has made a significant impact in the octagon since his debut. He has a perfect record of 3-0 in the UFC, with all of his fights ending before the final bell. Notably, Smith has secured nine of his twelve professional victories by knockout, showcasing his striking power. His most recent fight ended in a first-round knockout against Josiah Harrell at UFC Houston in February.
On the other hand, Bruce Whitehead is making his UFC debut after a successful stint in Texas’ Fury FC promotion. Whitehead is currently riding a two-fight win streak and has won four of his last five bouts. His last fight saw him achieve a quick victory, finishing Ali Abouzalam via TKO in just 48 seconds on September 20.
UFC 332 Main Event
The event will be headlined by a vacant flyweight title fight between Natalia Silva and Wang Cong, adding further excitement to an already stacked card. Fans can look forward to a night filled with thrilling matchups as fighters compete for glory in the octagon.
What to Expect
- Jacobe Smith: Aiming to extend his unbeaten streak and continue his knockout success.
- Bruce Whitehead: Looking to make a statement in his UFC debut after a strong performance in Fury FC.
- Main Event: Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong for the vacant flyweight title.
As UFC 332 approaches, fans are eager to see how this welterweight clash unfolds and whether Smith can maintain his perfect record against the determined newcomer Whitehead.
Source: This original report was produced by WTGO Newsroom using verified reporting from MMA Fighting.