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Asplund Enters UFC Vegas 120 as Heavy Favorite After Revamping Training

A rebound win would restore Asplund's finishing reputation.

Overview

  • The heavyweight matchup between Steven Asplund and Guilherme Pat is confirmed for UFC Vegas 120 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.
  • Both fighters are 1-1 in the UFC and arrive on losing streaks that make this bout a key chance to regain momentum.
  • Asplund says his last loss “felt like death” and has invested in a home gym and new preparation routines to avoid repeating mistakes.
  • Asplund landed a reported 168 significant strikes in his March loss to Vitor Petrino yet still lost a unanimous decision, highlighting that high strike volume does not guarantee judges’ favor.
  • DraftKings odds reported in previews list Asplund as a sizable favorite and some analysts predict an early TKO, making the outcome important for both prospects’ career trajectories.