Main Event For UFC Mexico Confirmed

Former champion Brandon Moreno will take on former title challenger Steve Erceg in the main event of UFC Mexico. 

This matchup presents an opportunity for Moreno to re-enter title contention. A victory over Erceg will likely secure him a title shot or a number-one contender fight. In his last bout against Amir Albazi, he secured a dominant decision victory, with two of the three judges awarding him all five rounds. 

For Steve Erceg, this fight is a chance at redemption, as he has lost his last two fights against current champion Alexandre Pantoja and the next title challenger, Kai Kara-France. Despite the loss, his title challenge against Pantoja was extremely close, earning him widespread praise for his performance. 

There is no doubt that Erceg's crisp boxing will pose problems for the Mexican. However, Moreno's experience and overall skill level may prove too much for the Australian. Moreno has defeated some of the biggest names in the history of the flyweight division, showcasing his elite talent. 

If the fight goes in favour of the former champion, he may still struggle to secure a title shot, given that he is currently 0-2 against Pantoja—or 0-3 if you include The Ultimate Fighter. Therefore, he will likely be hoping that Pantoja fails to defend his title against Kai Kara-France at UFC 314. 

Should Erceg pull off the upset, he would probably face the loser of the UFC 314 matchup, as he has a history with both fighters, having suffered defeats to each of them. 

Regardless of the outcome, the loser—whether Moreno or Erceg—could go on to face the winner of Joshua Van versus Bruno Silva. Both Van and Silva are rising contenders and will likely face a step up in competition. 

Overall, this matchup has major implications for the flyweight division, with the winner likely securing a number-one contender spot.