BJJ legend Marcus Buchecha believes ‘pressure’ is on opponent ahead of debut at UFC Abu Dhabi

Who is UFC Abu Dhabi’s Marcus Buchecha, and can he become instant title contender?

Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight division is in desperate need of an injection of talent ... and Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida might just be the man to deliver it at UFC Abu Dhabi this weekend (Sat., July 26, 2025) on “Fight Island.” Buchecha makes his highly anticipated Octagon debut against Top 15-ranked contender, Martin Buday, inside Etihad Arena in United Arab Emirates. And a wi…

BJJ legend Marcus Buchecha believes ‘pressure’ is on opponent ahead of debut at UFC Abu Dhabi

Marcus Buchecha | ONE Championship Martin Buday has won six of his seven UFC fights since joining the company in 2022 and has never been submitted in 17 professional bouts, but promotional newcomer Marcus Buchecha is still heavily favored to win their UFC Abu Dhabi clash. Ahead of their fight this Saturday, Buchecha disagrees with that sentiment. “I’m anxious to feel all that, but I’m not feeling pressured,” Buchecha told MMA Fighting ahead of h…