Longtime UFC fighter Ovince Saint Preux is set to make a homecoming when he enters the cage for his upcoming bout. The highly anticipated fight is expected to take place at a UFC Fight Night event on August 5 in Nashville, Tennessee. Saint Preux, who holds a record of 26 wins and 17 losses in his MMA career, will face off against Ion Cutelaba in a thrilling light heavyweight matchup.

Sources close to the situation, who preferred to remain anonymous as an official announcement from the promotion is yet to be made, recently revealed the exciting booking to MMA Junkie. Fans can anticipate an action-packed showdown between these two formidable fighters.

At 40 years old, Saint Preux aims to secure a victory in his home state of Tennessee. Hailing from Knoxville, he has deep roots in the region, having played football for the University of Tennessee before embarking on his successful MMA career. This will be his 26th appearance in the UFC, and he will be looking to make a statement with a dominant performance.

Saint Preux has previously competed twice under the UFC banner in his home state, and the results were mixed. Now, he is determined to deliver an unforgettable performance and thrill his local fans with a win. 

In his most recent fight in February, Saint Preux suffered a quick defeat, being finished by strikes in just 49 seconds by Philipe Lins. This loss marked his fourth defeat in his last six outings. However, with his experience and skill set, Saint Preux remains a formidable force in the light heavyweight division and is eager to bounce back with a victory.

Meanwhile, his opponent, Ion Cutelaba, is a 29-year-old fighter looking to build on his recent success. In April, Cutelaba put an end to a three-fight losing streak by spoiling the light heavyweight debut of Tanner Boser. Cutelaba showcased his striking prowess by finishing Boser in just 2 minutes and 4 seconds, reigniting his momentum in the division.

The addition of this highly anticipated matchup has further strengthened the UFC Fight Night lineup for August 5. The event promises to be an electrifying evening of fights, featuring other compelling bouts such as Tatiana Suarez vs. Virna Jandiroba, Asu Almabaev vs. Ode Osbourne, and Jake Hadley vs. Tagir Ulanbekov, among others. Fight fans can anticipate an unforgettable night of action as some of the most talented fighters in the world step into the Octagon.

As fight night draws near, all eyes will be on Ovince Saint Preux and Ion Cutelaba as they prepare to clash in the light heavyweight division. With their exceptional skills and determination to emerge victorious, this matchup has the potential to be an absolute thriller, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. UFC Fight Night on August 5 is definitely an event not to be missed for MMA enthusiasts around the world.