Get to know welterweight Yohan Lainesse before his UFC debut at UFC Vegas 53.
UFC welterweight Yohan Lainesse is 170-pounder with plenty of highlights on his resume when he made his UFC debut at UFC Vegas 53.
Lainesse will face Gabe Green at UFC Vegas 53 prelims this weekend. He earned a shot in the UFC after a devastating knockout that he got against Justin Burlinson while competing in the Series Contestant Dana White.
Lainesse’s boxing is what sets him apart from most UFC welterweight prospects. His mobility, combined with his strong boxing fundamentals, make him a serious opponent for many fighters.
Lainesse made his professional debut at TKO Fight Night 1 in 2018, earning a first-round knockout against Jan Jacolin. He has won eight fights since then and has dominated his opposition, particularly in the strike division.
Yohan Lainesse will face Gabriel Green at UFC Vegas 53
After a brief spell at TKO, he took a step into the competition and moved on to Cage Fury. He would go on to earn finishes over Lenny Ruffati and Evan Cutts before attracting the attention of UFC President Dana White.
Lainesse is a sponsor of former UFC veteran Patrick Cote at Brazil’s Top Team Canada. Quebec has produced some of the best talent in MMA, including UFC legend Georges St-Pierre.
The 29-year-old has shown a lot of promise in his mixed martial arts career, and Lainesse will be looking forward to making a statement this weekend. If he is able to beat Green, he could prove to be a tough match in the welterweight division for years to come.
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