'UFC 292 Live Results: Sterling vs O'Malley, Zhang Weili vs Amanda Lemos Updates, Highlights, Analysis'

Aljamain Sterling's UFC bantamweight title reign is questioned, but he aims to solidify his status as the GOAT.

Aljamain Sterling's reign as the UFC bantamweight champion has been met with controversy and doubt by some. Sterling himself was disappointed with the circumstances of his title win, as Petr Yan was disqualified for an illegal knee during their fight at UFC 259. However, as Sterling prepares to defend his title against Sean O'Malley at UFC 292, he has proven himself to be a worthy champion.

Despite the criticism, Sterling has emerged as one of the best fighters in the 135-pound division. He avenged his win over Yan in a rematch and has accumulated enough victories to be considered by some as the greatest bantamweight of all time. His odds for Saturday's fight against O'Malley reflect this, with Sterling being the favorite to win.

If Sterling is successful in defending his title, it may mark the end of his time in the bantamweight division. He has expressed a desire to move up to featherweight, citing difficulties in making weight and wanting to make room for his training partner, Merab Dvalishvili, to compete for the belt.

O'Malley poses a formidable challenge for Sterling. He has a height and reach advantage, as well as a higher striking rate. O'Malley has also showcased his explosiveness and has earned numerous performance bonuses in his UFC career. While some may view O'Malley as a hype job, he has proven himself to be a legitimate contender.

In the co-main event, strawweight champion Zhang Weili will face challenger Amanda Lemos. Lemos believes she has the technical advantages over Weili and is confident heading into the fight. However, Weili is the favorite to retain her title.

The UFC 292 card features a variety of exciting matchups, including Neal Magny vs. Ian Machado Garry, Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Mario Bautista, and Marlon Vera vs. Pedro Munhoz. Fans can follow the entire event with the live tracker provided.

In conclusion, Aljamain Sterling's title reign has faced criticism but he has proven himself as a top fighter in the bantamweight division. His upcoming fight against Sean O'Malley will be a test of his skills and could potentially mark the end of his time in the division. The co-main event between Zhang Weili and Amanda Lemos promises to be an exciting showdown. UFC 292 offers a night of thrilling matchups for fans to enjoy.

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