Melissa Mullins, a British UFC fighter, was emotional after successfully weighing in for her fight at UFC London. Weighing in at 136 pounds, Mullins was filled with “tears of joy,” but her opponent, Luana Carolina, failed to make weight.
UFC London: Key Details of the Weigh-In
The match between Mullins and Carolina was set to take place at the O2 Arena. However, Carolina’s inability to meet the bantamweight limit of 136 pounds led to the cancellation of the bout. The Brazilian weighed in at 144 pounds, eight pounds over the limit.
Emotional Moments for Mullins
Despite her successful weigh-in, Mullins expressed her frustration on social media. She stated that all her hard work was wasted and remarked, “The opportunity to fight on my home turf stolen from me!” She was not aware that Carolina would miss weight until after her own weigh-in was completed.
Background on the Fighters
- Melissa Mullins
- Age: 34
- Current Record: 2 wins and 2 losses in the UFC
- Overall MMA Record: 7 wins and 2 losses
- Luana Carolina
- Age: 32
- Previous weigh-in issues: Last year, a fight with Montana De La Rosa was also canceled due to weight issues.
UFC London Fight Card Highlights
Despite Mullins’s absence, UFC London features several exciting matchups. Notable fights include:
- Main Event: Lerone Murphy vs. Movsar Evloev
- Co-Main Event: Luke Riley vs. Michael Aswell Jr.
Both Murphy and Evloev successfully made weight, with Murphy weighing in at 145 pounds and Evloev at 146 pounds.
As the situation developed, UFC commentators highlighted the regulatory factors that led to the cancellation of Mullins’s fight. The disappointment resonates within the MMA community, as fans and fighters alike were eager for the bout.
