The preparations for UFC Vancouver are finalized after the official weigh-ins. This event features a highly anticipated middleweight clash between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen, both weighing in at 186 pounds.
Middleweight Showdown: De Ridder vs. Allen
Reinier de Ridder is on a notable four-fight winning streak, positioning him close to a title shot. He was initially set to fight Anthony Hernandez in a title eliminator. However, Hernandez’s withdrawal led to Brendan Allen stepping in as his opponent.
Brendan Allen previously faced Hernandez earlier this year but suffered defeat. He bounced back in July, securing a decision win over Marvin Vettori. This upcoming fight against De Ridder presents both fighters with an opportunity to solidify their standings in the middleweight division.
Co-Main Event and Weigh-In Results
The co-main event will feature Kevin Holland taking on Mike Malott. Holland weighed 170.5 pounds, while Malott made use of the one-pound allowance, coming in at 171 pounds. All other fighters set to compete in the event also successfully made weight.
UFC Vancouver is scheduled to take place at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, and will be broadcast live on ESPN+. The main card begins at 7 p.m. ET, with preliminaries starting at 4 p.m. ET.
Fight Card Overview
| Matchup | Fighter Weights |
|---|---|
| Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen | 186 lbs (both) |
| Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott | 170.5 lbs vs. 171 lbs |
| Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi | 136 lbs vs. 135.5 lbs |
| Manon Fiorot vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius | 125.5 lbs vs. 125.5 lbs |
| Cody Gibson vs. Aoriqileng | 136 lbs vs. 135.5 lbs |
| Kyle Nelson vs. Matt Frevola | 155.5 lbs vs. 155 lbs |
The preliminaries also feature several exciting matchups, including fighters like Charles Jourdain and Danny Barlow. UFC fans can look forward to an action-packed evening in Vancouver.
