The Octagon lands in Tampa, Florida, on Saturday for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s final event of 2024, and the promotion caps off the year with should be a decent show at Amalie Arena. The UFC on ESPN 63 main event has high stakes for the men involved: Colby Covington looks to prove he can still be considered a viable contender in the welterweight division, while Joaquin Buckley seeks a breakthrough win at 170 pounds. Meanwhile, an engaging co-headliner sees Cub Swanson back in action against Billy Quarantillo, and the most important bout on the draw might be the flyweight clash pitting Manel Kape against Bruno Silva in a division known for its wide-open nature.
Preview: UFC on ESPN 63 ‘Covington vs. Buckley’
