Ecuadorian welterweight contender Michael Morales has started his preparation for a UFC 336 championship bout, according to a report from Yahoo Sports. The fighter, who competes at 170 pounds but walks around at approximately 220 pounds, previously appeared at UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2025.
Morales entered the Octagon for a welterweight contest during the New York City event, which was captured by photographer Jeff Bottari for Zuffa LLC. The 2026 title fight announcement signals a significant step forward for the South American prospect in the UFC's 170-pound division.
