the highly anticipated UFC Vegas 96 event is set to take place on Saturday August 24 at the iconic UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas this fight card part of the UFC Fight Night series promises an evening of intense action and high stakes matchups culminating in a thrilling main event that will see former UFC middleweight title Challenger Jared caner take on the fast rising Prospect Kyo Balo with with both Fighters eager to make a statement in the 185 PB division the bout has all the makings of a memorable Clash Jared caner Who currently holds the no Five Spot in the official UFC middleweight rankings enters this fight with something to prove cannonier's last outing in the Octagon ended in controversy when he suffered a TKO lost to nasuren imov in June the fight was stopped by the referee and while the official rule was a TKO many fans and analysts felt that the stoppage was premature caner known for his resilience and striking power will be looking to silence any doubts about his standing in the division with a decisive victory over Balo on the other side of the Octagon Kaio Balo is quickly establishing himself as a force to be reckoned with in the UFC's middleweight division ranked no 12 Bor Alo is undefeated in his UFC career a testament to his skill and determination the Brazilian fighter last competed in May where he delivered a stunning knockout victory over Paul Craig oro's aggressive style and well-rounded game make him a dangerous opponent for anyone in the division and a win over a top Contender like caner could catapult him into the upper echelons of the middleweight rankings the matchup between caner and Bor alvo is particular particularly intriguing due to the contrasting styles of the two fighters caner a former heavyweight and light heavyweight possesses incredible power and has shown the ability to finish fights with his striking his experience and toughness have earned him victories over some of the division's elite including Anderson Silva Jack Hermanson and Derek Brunson however caner is also known for his strategic approach often waiting for the right moment to unleash is devastating strikes