Lawler vs. dos Anjos

This Winnipeg event drew massive television ratings with 2.1 million average viewers and a 3 million peak. The main event featured former Welterweight Champion Robbie Lawler facing former Lightweight Champion Rafael dos Anjos, who moved up to 170 pounds seeking to become a two-division champion. The co-main underwent changes when Jose Aldo was moved to face Max Holloway at UFC 218, with Josh Emmett stepping in on short notice to face Ricardo Lamas.