The first UFC main event of 2022 is in the works – and if all goes according to plan it will take place in the featherweight division. Contenders Calvin Kattar and Giga Chikadze are targeted to headline the promotion’s Jan. 15 event, which will take place at a location and venue to be announced at a later date. Contracts have not been issued, but are expected to be finalized in the coming days. Two people with knowledge of the situation confirmed the targeted booking to MMA Junkie on Friday but asked to remain anonymous since the promotion has yet to make an official announcement. Kattar (22-5 MMA, 6-3 UFC) will compete for the first time since he was on the receiving end of a record performance by Max Holloway in January
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Calvin Kattar vs. Giga Chikadze in the works for first UFC main event of 2022 – MMA Junkie