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Christian Leroy Duncan elated by first UFC main event vs. 'young veteran' Brendan Allen

Christian Leroy Duncan, a 31‑year‑old middleweight with a 15‑2 overall record and 8‑2 in the UFC, will headline UFC Fight Night 290 against Brendan Allen. The bout is set for Saturday at the Meta APEX and marks Duncan’s first main‑event slot after a recent five‑fight winning streak, following a unanimous decision loss to Gregory Rodrigues in July 2024.

Allen, a 27‑year‑old veteran with a 27‑7 overall record and 15‑4 in the UFC, is described by Duncan as a "young veteran" and represents a significant opportunity for the rising star. Both fighters have adjusted their training for a five‑round contest, and the winner is expected to move closer to a title‑eliminator bout.

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