The UFC is back at the UFC APEX with a high-stakes welterweight clash as No. 6 contender Gilbert Burns takes on No. 8 Sean Brady, both gunning for a coveted spot in the Top 5. This main event promises fireworks as two of the division's most dangerous fighters go head-to-head. Also lighting up the night, former UFC strawweight champion Jéssica Andrade faces off against the surging Natalia Silva in a flyweight bout that could redefine the division’s pecking order.

Date and Streaming Details:

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 7, when UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Brady unfolds in Las Vegas. Catch every fight live on ESPN+ with prelims kicking off at 4 pm ET / 1 pm PT, and the main card starting at 7 pm ET / 4 pm PT.

Fight Night Preview:

Gilbert Burns (22-7, fighting out of Boca Raton, Fla.)A former UFC welterweight title challenger, Burns has consistently proven himself as one of the top contenders in the division. Known for his willingness to fight anyone, anywhere, Burns aims to catapult himself back into title contention with a decisive win over Brady.

Sean Brady (16-1, fighting out of Philadelphia, Penn.)Brady is looking to make a career-defining statement in his biggest fight yet. A black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Brady has showcased his grappling prowess in dominant finishes against top-tier opponents. He now plans to add Burns to his list of conquered foes by becoming the first fighter to submit the Brazilian powerhouse.

Co-Main Event: Jéssica Andrade vs. Natalia Silva

Jéssica Andrade (26-12, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)Returning to the flyweight division, Andrade is the only woman in UFC history to secure victories in three different weight classes. She holds records for the most wins, most fights, and most post-fight bonuses in UFC women’s history. Andrade is determined to maintain her Top 10 status by defeating Silva.

Natalia Silva (17-5-1, fighting out of Pingo D’Agua, Minas Gerais, Brazil)Silva, currently on an 11-fight win streak, is set on adding a former UFC champion to her impressive resume. Undefeated in the UFC, Silva is looking to crack the Top 5 with a standout performance against Andrade.

Additional Bouts to Watch:

• Steve Garcia vs. Kyle Nelson: Featherweights ready to deliver a fan-friendly battle.

• Matt Schnell vs. Alessandro Costa: An exciting flyweight matchup with Top 10 implications.

• Ryan Spann vs. Ovince Saint Preux: Light heavyweights collide in a can't-miss showdown.

• Trevor Peek vs. Yanal Ashmouz: A clash of all-action lightweights.

• Rongzhu vs. Chris Padilla: Lightweight Road to UFC winner looks to impress.

• YiZha vs. Gabriel Santos: Road to UFC featherweight winner aims to make his mark.

• Andre Petroski vs. Dylan Budka: Middleweights battle to climb the ranks.

• Jaqueline Amorim vs. Vanessa Demopoulos: Strawweight bout with rising prospects.

• Isaac Dulgarian vs. Brendon Marotte: Featherweights hunt for a first-round finish.

• Felipe dos Santos vs. Andre Lima: Flyweights face off in an electrifying matchup.

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