Get behind Cameron Saaiman as he carries the South African flag into UFC Fight Night 230 where he will battle Christian Rodriguez.
Cameron Saaiman of South Africa is introduced prior to facing Steven Koslow in a bantamweight fight during the UFC 282 event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“The APEX is amazing,” Saaiman said. “I think it has another vibe because it’s really close and it’s more personal. You can hear the shots thrown. Watching APEX events is absolutely amazing. Hearing corner advice, stuff like that. Getting the opportunity to compete in an APEX event is amazing. Uncle Sean Shelby wanted this fight to happen and I’m glad it could happen here because now we can go 3-0 for the year.
When Saaiman faced Leomana Martinez on 4 March 2023 at UFC 285 he was deducted a point for a low blow but still managed to come out on top in a unanimous decision.Saaiman had been scheduled to face Christian Rodriguez on 8 July 2023 at UFC 290. However, Rodriguez pulled out in late June due to injury and being replaced by promotional newcomer and former The Ultimate Fighter: Tournament of Champions cast member Terrence Mitchell. Saaiman won that fight via TKO in the first round.