UFC Fight Night 242 pre-event facts: Ovince Saint Preux can inch closer to Jon Jones' records

The UFC kicks off its September schedule on Saturday with UFC Fight Night 242, which takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas with a full lineup set to stream on ESPN+.

A significant welterweight fight headlines the card. Former title challenger Gilbert Burns (22-7 MMA, 15-7 UFC) looks to avoid the longest losing skid of his career when he takes on the rising Sean Brady (16-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC), who looks to prove he’s worthy of the next level in the division.

For more in the main event, as well as the rest of the card, check below for MMA Junkie’s pre-event facts about UFC Fight Night 242.

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Gilbert Burns vs. Sean Brady