Johnny Walker returns to heavyweight, meets Ante Delija at UFC Belgrade
Johnny Walker is set to return to the heavyweight division, facing Ante Delija at UFC Fight Night 283 in Belgrade. This marks Walker's first fight in the heavyweight category since 2018. Delija, a former PFL heavyweight champion, is currently on a two-fight losing streak.
- ▪Johnny Walker will compete against Ante Delija in a heavyweight bout on August 1.
- ▪Walker has a professional record of 22 wins and 10 losses, while Delija has 26 wins and 8 losses.
- ▪This fight will take place at the Belgrade Arena in Serbia.
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