Across two massive pay-per-views and two Fight Nights, the UFC delivered another month of scorching MMA action in March 2023, concluding an eventful first quarter for the promotion.
Fans are in for another action-packed month of MMA action in April, with the UFC 287 pay-per-view set to go down next weekend, followed by three Fight Nights.
A BIG month of fights on the way 🔥And it all starts with #UFC287 next Saturday! https://t.co/luLHh5zLw8
While the biggest fight of the month is undoubtedly the UFC 287 headliner between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya, there are a number of pivotal matchups to look forward to in April.
On that note, here are the five biggest UFC fights to look forward to in April 2023.
#5. Arman Tsarukyan vs. Renato Moicano
The final UFC event of the month will be underway at the promotion's Apex facility in Las Vegas, where ranked lightweights Arman Tsarukyan and Renato Moicano will clash in the main event.
Closing out April with a 𝑩𝑨𝑵𝑮𝑬𝑹 at 155 💥@ArmanUFC faces @MoicanoUFC on April 29th! https://t.co/hGHtvAkIWz
Arman Tsarukyan is widely considered the divisional dark horse at 155 pounds. Still just 26, the Armenian-Russian has emerged as a real threat to the lightweight title, with his only losses in the octagon coming against current champion Islam Makhachev on his debut and a razor-close decision against Mateusz Gamrot.
Tsarukyan occupies the No.8 spot in the rankings, five places ahead of his next opponent Renato Moicano, who has enjoyed a career resurgence since moving to the lightweight division. The 33-year-old Brazilian has been with the UFC since 2014 and is now blossoming as a 155-pound contender on the rise.
Both fighters are very well-rounded, which should make for an interesting and competitive bout. For Moicano, this is a chance to break into the top 10, and for Tsarukyan, adding a relatively big name to his résumé further bolsters his championship aspirations.
#5. Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes
The penultimate UFC Fight Night in April will also take place at the UFC Apex and will be headlined by a high stakes heavyweight showdown between Curtis Blaydes and Sergei Pavlovich, with a shot at the undisputed title potentially on the line.
Top-5 heavyweights are set to take center stage 👊UFC is finalizing a heavyweight matchup between Sergei Pavlovich and Curtis Blaydes to headline an event on April 22, multiple sources told @bokamotoESPN. https://t.co/7ZFmVPCLQV
Both top-ranked heavyweights already have a case for a title shot. Curtis Blaydes has lost just one of his last eight fights, while Sergei Pavlovich is riding a scorching five-fight win streak, all finishes. They hold the No.4 and No.3 spots respectively in the rankings and the victor will clearly be next in line for the belt.
Newly-crowned heavyweight king Jon Jones is set to take on former champion Stipe Miocic in a blockbuster clash this summer. With both fighters being in the latter stages of their professional careers, they have teased the idea of retirement on occasion as well.
Nevertheless, Blaydes and Pavlovich have it all to play for later this month. Whether it's a shot at the winner of Jones vs. Miocic, or a vacant title, the winner here will certainly be in the mix.
#5. Gilbert Burns vs. Jorge Masvidal
The co-main event of the upcoming pay-per-view in Miami, Florida, pits one of the biggest stars in the UFC, Jorge Masvidal, against fellow fan favorite Gilbert Burns in a crucial welterweight clash for both fighters' careers. Both Masvidal and Burns are veterans of the game and are on the hunt for one last shot at gold.
The UFC 287 co-main event will be a battle between top welterweights Gilbert Burns and Jorge Masvidal 🔥 https://t.co/cEDj8tBYGp
Jorge Masvidal is on the worst run of his professional career, but has only lost to the best in the sport. 'Gamebred' hasn't won a fight since going 3-0 back in 2019, with two losses to Kamaru Usman and a devastating defeat to bitter rival Colby Covington being his last three octagon appearances. Yet somehow, he's still in with a shot at hijaking a title shot.
Masvidal has history with current welterweight king Leon Edwards, but his No.11 spot in the rankings and recent run of results doesn't warrant a championship opportunity. A win over No.5-ranked Gilbert Burns is the perfect way to make a statement, but it won't come easy.
Burns represents the cream of the crop at 170 pounds. 'Durinho' has never backed down from a challenge and always puts on fantastic fights, which has seen his stock reach new heights over the last two years. The Brazilian is eager to earn another shot at gold and putting away a cult hero like Masvidal would certainly do wonders for his trajectory.
With both fighters being over 35, their time at the top is nearing its end, making this a career-changing and potentially career-making matchup.
#5. Max Holloway vs. Arnold Allen
Max Holloway has never shied away from a tough matchup, and in doing so, has compiled a stellar résumé comprising a litany of world-class fighters and future Hall of Famers. The Hawaiian endured a heartbreaking loss in his last outing and will look to return to winning ways when he takes on surging Brit Arnold Allen next.
The featherweight duo will headline the UFC's return to Kansas City, where fans will be in for a cracker of a main event.
Triple A heading to #UFCKansasCity! 🇬🇧✈️🇺🇸Your official @BlessedMMA vs @Arnoldbfa poster has landed! https://t.co/oSYAMJOtEq
Max Holloway suffered his third defeat to Alexander Volkanovski last year, effectively ending his title aspirations for as long as the Australian remains the champion. Some speculated that a move up to lightweight would be next for 'Blessed', but he has admirably chosen to remain at 145 pounds.
Holloway is certainly in for a tough fight against Arnold Allen, who has never tasted defeat in the UFC. The 29-year-old Englishman is on a 12-fight win streak, with his solitary career loss coming way back in 2014. 'Almighty' sports an impressive 19-1 record, but injuries, inactivity, and his softspoken nature haven't really seen him break through with the masses.
A win over a fan-favorite like Holloway will certainly get the fans to take notice and all but guarantees a title shot. With featherweight champion Volkanovski set to defend his title against Yair Rodriguez later this year, Allen could seal his place in the next 145-pound title fight with a win later this month.
On the flipside, this is a do-or-die matchup for Holloway's goals in the featherweight division, and he couldn't have picked a tougher opponent.
#1. Alex Pereira vs. Israel Adesanya 2 – UFC middleweight title fight
Former kickboxing foes and top UFC middleweights Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya will lock horns in the fourth chapter of their rivalry in the main event of UFC 287 in Miami, Florida, on April 8.
Adesanya is looking to re-claim his title and avenge his three prior losses to his boogeyman, 'Poatan', across two combat sports.
Alex Pereira holds two wins over Israel Adesanya in kickboxing, a controversial decision and a devastating knockout. As Adesanya carved out a legacy for himself in MMA, Pereira went on to become a two-division champion in GLORY before transitioning to MMA.
With just three wins in the UFC, Pereira was handed a title shot last year and pulled a victory from the jaws of defeat, finishing Adesanya in the final round of their championship clash. Considering 'The Last Stylebender's prior accomplishments inside the octagon, an immediate rematch was inevitable.
Adesanya can't afford to go 0-4 against Pereira across combat sports, and it certainly puts a stain on his legacy, just as Alexander Volkanovski did to Max Holloway. As the former middleweight champion admits, this is his "last shot," so expect fireworks in Miami this Saturday.
The stakes have never been higher for Izzy than at #UFC287 🙏 https://t.co/P4FH4uJtqS
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FAQs
Where is the UFC going in 2023? ›
| Date | EVENT | location |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15 | UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. Allen | T-Mobile Center, Kansas City, MO |
| Apr 8 | UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2 | Kaseya Center, Miami, FL |
| Mar 25 | UFC Fight Night: Vera vs. Sandhagen | AT&T Center, San Antonio, TX |
| Mar 18 | UFC 286: Edwards vs. Usman 3 | O2 Arena (ENG), London, England |
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UFC 289: Nunes vs. Aldana.
| Weight Class | Fight |
|---|---|
| Women's bantamweight | Amanda Nunes vs. Julianna Pena |
| Lightweight | Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush |
| Welterweight | Mike Mallot vs. Adam Fuggit |
| Lightweight | Dan Ige vs. Nate Landwehr |
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Petz made his UFC debut at Ultimate Fight Night 6 against Sammy Morgan. He won via unanimous decision with one of the judges scoring the fight 30-23 including one of the only 10-7 rounds in UFC history. This is the most lopsided scorecard for a three-round fight in UFC history.
UFC 288 Results: Aljamain Sterling, Belal Muhammad Headline Main Event Card Winners. It wasn't easy, but Aljamain Sterling closed out UFC 288 with a new career highlight in a split decision win over Henry Cejudo in the main event from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Will UFC ever be in Chicago? ›According to UFC President Dana White, the promotion will return to Chicago on Jan. 28 for UFC on Fox 2. The event is expected to take place at the city's United Center. Initial rumors hinted that middleweight title fight between champion Anderson Silva and challenger Chael Sonnen was being targeted for the main event.
Will UFC return to Atlanta? ›Tickets for UFC 236: Holloway vs. Poirier 2 At The State Farm Arena Go On Sale, March 8. Las Vegas – For the first time in over two years, the UFC returns to Atlanta and brings with it two pivotal title fights, as reigning featherweight champion and No.
Is the UFC a growing sport? ›The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has seen meteoric growth and popularity in the last several years, with viewers tuning in from all over the world and participating in the sport's unique blend of mixed martial arts.
How much do UFC tickets cost? ›| Date | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2023 Sat 7:00pm | UFC 289: Nunes vs. Aldana Rogers Arena - Vancouver, BC | Get Tickets From $267 |
| Jul 8, 2023 Sat 3:00pm | UFC 290 T-Mobile Arena - Las Vegas, NV | Get Tickets From $602 |
| Oct 21, 2023 Sat TBD | UFC 294 Etihad Arena - Abu Dhabi, AE | Get Tickets From |
UFC: average number of Pay-Per-View buys per event 2001-2018. In 2018, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) staged a total of 39 events. However, after a considerable drop in Pay-Per-View buy rates in 2017, the average number of Pay-Per-View buys recovered to approximately 447 thousand per event in 2018.
Has a UFC champion ever lost by decision? ›Injuries and losing the title
Cruz faced Cody Garbrandt on December 30, 2016, at UFC 207. After getting knocked down multiple times during the bout, Cruz lost the bout by unanimous decision. This was the first loss for Cruz in nearly 10 years.
What was the most brutal fight in UFC history? ›
- Penn vs. Stevenson. UFC 80. BJ Penn wins via Submission, Rear Naked Choke Jan 2008.
- Stojnić vs. Struve. UFC 99. ...
- Arona vs. Sakuraba. Pride Critical Countdown 2005. ...
- Sobral vs. Heath. UFC 74. ...
- Sherk vs. Florian. UFC 64. ...
- Velasquez vs. Silva. UFC 146. ...
- Lombard vs. Hess. Bellator 12. ...
- Koscheck vs. Lytle. UFC 86.
Hamdy Abdelwahab suspended, has UFC debut win overturned after positive drug test and 'tampering'
Where is 288 in UFC? ›Royce Gracie won the tournament by defeating Gerard Gordeau via submission due to a rear naked choke.
Who won UFC 288 results? ›UFC 288 results, highlights: Aljamain Sterling edges out Henry Cejudo to retain title, calls out Sean O'Malley.
Will UFC come back to Florida? ›JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The UFC is headed back to Jacksonville this summer.
Why was UFC not in New York? ›In February 1997, Governor George Pataki signed into law a bill that banned MMA in the state. This resulted in the UFC 12 event being moved from its originally scheduled location of Buffalo, New York, to Dothan, Alabama.
Will UFC ever come to Michigan? ›Doors for the event open at 5:30 p.m. The preliminary fights start at 6:30 with the UFC Fight Pass main event broadcast beginning at 9 p.m. Promotional poster for Fighting Alliance Championship 14 to be held at the Kent Freeman Arena in Detroit Lakes on May 20, 2022.
Will Diaz leave UFC? ›Nate Diaz's time with the UFC is officially over. At least for now. The longtime UFC fighter and one of the biggest stars in MMA has officially been removed from the UFC roster, promotion officials confirmed with ESPN on Tuesday.
Will the UFC come back to Utah? ›SALT LAKE CITY – After a 6-year hiatus, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will return to Salt Lake City on August 20. Organizers say the matchup is expected to be one of the biggest live events staged in Utah.
Is UFC ever in Atlanta? ›
UFC 236: Holloway vs. Poirier 2 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship held on April 13, 2019 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
What's the fastest growing sport? ›Pickleball is America's fastest-growing sport.
What's the fastest growing sport in the world? ›Exploring the world's fastest growing sport... Pickleball!
Is UFC more popular than MLB? ›Repucom's research puts the number of MMA fans worldwide at 300 million, more than that of MLB's worldwide fan base. Repucom, doesn't just look at sports leagues as a whole, it also digs into individual athletes and celebrities and tracks them under a number of different categories.
How much money do UFC referees make? ›The standard pay of UFC referees also increases, especially when they officiate during pay-per-view events. A professional and experienced referee who receives a standard pay of $2,500 for a Fight Night will be compensated with a maximum salary of $10,000, equivalent to $400,000 per year.
Do you get paid if you lose a UFC fight? ›As noted, yes, fighters in the UFC will get paid even if they lose a contest. However, the amount that they can get paid all depends on certain factors. As revealed by Way of Martial Arts, there are three different types of contracts that UFC fighters can be on: “Lowest Tier: from $10,000 to $30,000 per fight.
How much do UFC ring girls make? ›According to mediareferee.com, the average UFC ring girl earns between $1000 and $5000 per fight for pay-per-view events, raking up between $20,000 and $50,000 annually. However, the total income of an octagon girl can reach $1 million per year.
What is the highest PPV in history? ›As of May 2022, the 2015 'Fight of the Century' between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao had the most most boxing pay-per-view (PPV) buys of all time, with 4.6 million buys in total.
Who owns UFC? ›Peter Queally talks Conor McGregor's UFC comeback
Conor McGregor's estimated net worth stands at twice the amount he earned from his 28-fight MMA career. The Irishman counts a Burger King endorsement and a successful whiskey brand among his various ventures, which has seen him amass a £200million personal fortune.
Who is the man who never lost a UFC? ›
| Fighter | Gender | Weight class |
|---|---|---|
| Phillip Miller | Male | Middleweight Light Heavyweight |
| Shamil Musaev | Male | Lightweight Welterweight |
| Aliaskhab Khizriev | Male | Middleweight Welterweight Lightweight |
| Michael Morales | Male | Welterweight Lightweight |
Muhammad Mokaev (10-0) One of the fast-rising flyweight contenders in the UFC today is Muhammad Mokaev, who holds a record of 10 wins with no losses. The fighter out of Manchester, England, has won all four of his UFC fights so far and barged into the 125-pound division rankings as the number 12 contender.
Is there a UFC fighter that has never lost? ›Khusein Askhabov. As a Russian professional MMA fighter, he currently fights in the bantamweight category of UFC. While he became a professional fighter in 2012, he decided to be an undefeated champion.
Who has the craziest odds in UFC history? ›| Bout | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| -1400 Rousey vs. +830 Holm | UFC 193 | 2015.11.14 |
| -1400 Agapova vs. +950 Dobson | UFC Fight Night | 2020.08.22 |
| -1300 St. Pierre vs. +850 Serra | UFC 69 | 2007.04.07 |
| -1125 Nunes vs. +700 Peña | UFC 269 | 2021.12.11 |
- Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipović 38-11-2, 1 NC. Recent Fights:
- José Aldo "Junior" 31-8-0. Recent Fights: ...
- Pat "HD" Barry. 8-7-0. Recent Fights:
- Melvin "No Mercy" Manhoef. 32-17-1, 2 NC. ...
- Anthony "Showtime" Pettis. 25-14-0. ...
- Edson "Junior" Barboza. 22-11-0. ...
- Marco "The King of the Streets" Ruas. 9-4-2. ...
- Tyrone "King of the Ring" Spong. 2-1-0.
Referee Vyacheslav Kiselev was removed from UFC 267 following his inaction during Elizeu Zaleski Dos Santos's unanimous decision over Benoit Saint-Denis on Saturday. In a rare move, UFC pulled Kiselev from the event after he came under scrutiny for refusing to stop the welterweight bout.
Who can stop a UFC fight? ›No contestant shall exceed competing more than five (5) rounds and/or twenty- five (25) minutes of fighting in a twenty-four (24) hour period. 2. The referee is the sole arbiter of a bout and is the only individual authorized to stop a contest.
Can UFC overturn judges decision? ›Any combat sports decision has the potential to be overturned. Some reason for this may include counting errors, misdeclaration, and retroactive disqualification due to rule violations. There has never been a unanimous decision overturned.
Where is UFC 144? ›UFC 144 was held at the Saitama Super Arena in the Chūō-ku central ward of Saitama City in Saitama Prefecture.
How to get 279 in UFC? ›Watch UFC 279: Diaz vs Ferguson Streaming Online | Hulu.
Where was UFC 165? ›
Gustafsson was a mixed martial arts event held on September 21, 2013, at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The main event was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing in 2021. The poster for UFC 165: Jones vs. Gustafsson.
Did Dana White found UFC? ›In January 2001, Lorenzo and his older brother Frank acquired the UFC for $2 million, which subsequently became a subsidiary of Zuffa. White was installed as the company's president. White said that when he and the Fertittas acquired the UFC, all they received was the brand name "UFC" and an old octagon.
How much did Dana White buy the UFC for? ›A lot of people don't know this, but Dana White rescued the UFC when it was in trouble. On stage at 10X Growth Conference, Dana White shared how he and Lorenzo Fertitta acquired the UFC for $2 million.
Does Dana White own UFC? ›Dana White does not own the UFC. In 2001 in the deal the owners were the Fretitta brothers who were also casino tycoons. The UFC was bought by Lorenzo Fertitta and Frank Fertitta for $2 million back in the day.
Who won UFC 269 bleacher report? ›Julianna Pena Beats Amanda Nunes via Submission to Win Title in UFC 269 Upset | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors | Bleacher Report.
Who won the UFC Sterling fight tonight? ›At UFC 288, Aljamain Sterling made sure he wouldn't get his hands on the gold. Sterling retained his bantamweight title on Saturday by split decision over Cejudo, as two judges scored the fight 48-47 for the champion.
Did Overeem ever lose? ›...
| Alistair Overeem | |
|---|---|
| Total | 15 |
| Wins | 10 |
| By knockout | 7 |
| Losses | 4 |
Promotional poster for Fighting Alliance Championship 14 to be held at the Kent Freeman Arena in Detroit Lakes on May 20, 2022. DETROIT LAKES — Fighting Alliance Championship 14 is coming to Detroit Lakes' Kent Freeman Arena on May 20 and they are bringing UFC Fight Pass with it.
Will the UFC ever come back to Indianapolis? ›The UFC is back in Indy on August 28... The Ultimate Fighting Championship is heading back to Indianapolis. The world's largest mixed martial arts organization announced today that it will host an event at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Wednesday, Aug.
Will UFC ever come to Seattle? ›A nearly seven-year drought in the Puget Sound is set to come to an end, though, according to UFC president Dana White. In an interview on 710 ESPN Seattle's Get in the Cage with Bob Stelton, White said the world's biggest MMA league will make its way to the Pacific Northwest in 2020.
Where is UFC 260 going to be? ›
| UFC 260: Miocic vs. Ngannou 2 | |
|---|---|
| Promotion | Ultimate Fighting Championship |
| Date | March 27, 2021 |
| Venue | UFC Apex |
| City | Enterprise, Nevada, United States |
Rogan is a legitimate martial artist and has worked for the UFC since UFC 12, however, he has never competed in the UFC, or any mixed martial arts contest, for that matter. He has competed in Taekwondo, holds a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and trains in a variety of martial arts.
How much are UFC tickets usually? ›UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship ticket prices for currently scheduled events are starting as low as $267.00 with the most expensive prices ranging up to $6498.00. The average price to attend a UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship event is around $1518.00. The upcoming UFC 289: Nunes vs.
Did Dana White buy the UFC? ›In January 2001, Lorenzo and his older brother Frank acquired the UFC for $2 million, which subsequently became a subsidiary of Zuffa. White was installed as the company's president. White said that when he and the Fertittas acquired the UFC, all they received was the brand name "UFC" and an old octagon.
Will UFC come back to Ohio? ›Las Vegas, NV (USA) – For the third year in a row, the Ultimate Fighting Championship® is heading back to Columbus, Ohio.
Is UFC Fight Night free? ›One significant draw with UFC Fight Night events is that they're streaming for free, and not on a pay-per-view system.
Has UFC been to Salt Lake City? ›Background. The event was the first that the organization has hosted in Utah. The promotion previously scheduled an event for Salt Lake City in August 2010 for UFC Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko.
Will the UFC come to Oregon? ›In an interview with 710 ESPN Seattle's Bob Stelton on the Get in the Cage podcast, Dana White revealed the promotion's plans to bring the Octagon to the state of Washington and Oregon.
Will Ngannou return to UFC? ›“No,” White responded when asked on The Pat McAfee whether a UFC return for Ngannou is a possible. "We worked with this guy [Francis Ngannou] for two years, we tried to get him a fight. "He's absolutely impossible to deal with. He's – no, he'll never be in the UFC again.
Why is Ngannou leaving UFC? ›Ngannou is currently a free agent after failing to come to terms with the UFC on a new deal. As a result, his heavyweight championship was relinquished, and now Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane will battle for the vacant belt in Saturday's UFC 285 headliner at T-Mobile Arena.