UFC analyst: Dan Hooker vs. Brian Ortega good matchmaking 'for where they're at'
UFC analyst Din Thomas has endorsed the upcoming fight between Dan Hooker and Brian Ortega as a fair and well-matched contest. Both fighters are currently struggling with recent performance slumps, making this a pivotal bout for their careers.
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UFC analyst and coach Din Thomas believes Dan Hooker vs. Brian Ortega makes a lot of sense.
Hooker (24-15 MMA, 14-11 UFC) welcomes former title challenger Ortega (16-5 MMA, 8-5 UFC) to lightweight at UFC Fight Night 294 on Nov. 21 at ABHA Arena in Doha ( Paramount+ ). With both fighters currently enduring rough runs, Thomas considers it a good opportunity for Hooker and Ortega to rebound.
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