UFC 329: Cory Sandhagen vs. Mario Bautista (Bantamweight, Main Card)

Cory Sandhagen enters the UFC 329 bantamweight rematch against Mario Bautista on July 11 at T-Mobile Arena as the consensus favorite, reflecting his prior submission victory and greater octagon experience at 18-6. Bautista, now 17-3 after a rear-naked choke win over Vinicius Oliveira in February 2026 and a competitive loss to Umar Nurmagomedov, seeks revenge following his short-notice debut against Sandhagen. Key factors include Sandhagen’s grappling edge and recent training-camp preparation highlighted in his vlogs, contrasted with Bautista’s improved finishing ability and striking volume from prior bouts. Both fighters carry momentum from high-level matchups, though the division’s depth and potential for late-card adjustments keep the outcome competitive.