UFC Fight Night 239 pre-event facts: Gerald Meerschaert can tie longtime Anderson Silva record

The octagon returns to the confines of the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Saturday with UFC Fight Night 239, which streams on ESPN+ and features a heavyweight showdown in the main event.

Knockout specialist Tai Tuivasa (15-6 MMA, 8-6 UFC) will attempt to break a three-fight losing skid when he takes on the always-tough Marcin Tybura (24-8 MMA, 11-7 UFC) in a five-round bout that will determine which man keeps their head above water in the divisional rankings.

For more on the numbers behind the headliner, as well as the rest of the card, check below for MMA Junkie’s pre-event facts for UFC Fight Night 239.

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Tai Tuivasa vs. Marcin Tybura