Stephen Thompson (17-8-1) is set to fight Gabriel Bonfim (17-1) in a classic welterweight matchup at UFC Nashville on July 12, 2025. Thompson, a former title challenger, has faced tough prospects but recently lost to Shavkat Rakhmonov and Joaquin Buckley. In contrast, Bonfim, although suffering his first career loss to Nicolas Dalby in 2023, rebounded with impressive victories. Thompson holds a #12 ranking in the division, while Bonfim is currently outside the top 15. The event also features other exciting matchups, including Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira.
"Thompson, now 42, has been taking on some of the welterweight division's brightest prospects of late, losing to Shavkat Rakhmonov and Joaquin Buckley in his last two trips to the octagon."
"Bonfim is a different animal - a highly touted undefeated prospect, he faltered in a loss to Nicolas Dalby in 2023, the first setback of Bonfim's pro career."
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