A historic night saw 23 year old Jon Jones become the youngest Champion in UFC history, capturing the Light Heavyweight Championship in a defining performance. Jones challenged reigning Champion Maurício Shogun Rua and dominated the bout to claim the title, marking a clear generational shift at the top of the division. Earlier that same day, Jones stopped a robbery outside his hotel.
Canceled Fights
5 fights canceledNate MarquardtCANCELEDYoshihiro AkiyamaReason: Akiyama Travel Issues
Mauricio RuaCANCELEDRashad EvansReason: Evans Knee Injury
Luiz CaneCANCELEDKarlos VemolaReason: Vemola Infection
Raphael AssuncaoCANCELEDManny GamburyanReason: Gamburyan Back Injury
Dan MillerCANCELEDNick CatoneReason: Miller Rebooked
Referees
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KM
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KM
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