This event was headlined by Heavyweight strikers Cheick Kongo and Pat Barry in a bout that highlighted the division’s volatility. The card was designed around action-oriented matchmaking and aired live on Versus, continuing the UFC’s broadcast expansion. Several finishes on the night helped boost the promotion’s appeal to a broader television audience.
Canceled Fights
6 fights canceledMatt BrownCANCELEDRich AttonitoReason: Brown Rebooked
Martin KampmannCANCELEDJohn HowardReason: Kampmann Injury
Nate MarquardtCANCELEDAnthony JohnsonReason: Johnson Shoulder Injury
TJ GrantCANCELEDMatt RiddleReason: Riddle Injury
Charlie BrennemanCANCELEDTJ GrantReason: Grant Illness
Nate MarquardtCANCELEDRick StoryReason: Marquardt Not Cleared
Referees
2 fights
MM
3 fights
CS
3 fights
3 fights