The event marked the UFC’s first appearance in Cleveland and was headlined by Heavyweight Champion Stipe Miocic defending his title in his hometown against Alistair Overeem. The card is also remembered for the MMA debut of former WWE superstar CM Punk, who attempted to transition into professional fighting, drawing attention well beyond the sport’s core audience.
Canceled Fights
6 fights canceledFabricio WerdumCANCELEDBen RothwellReason: Rothwell Knee Injury
Mairbek TaisumovCANCELEDNik LentzReason: Taisumov Withdrew
Damir HadzovicCANCELEDYusuke KasuyaReason: Hadžović Visa Issues
Drew DoberCANCELEDErik KochReason: Koch Injury
C.B. DollawayCANCELEDFrancimar BarrosoReason: Dollaway Back Injury from Elevator
Ian McCallCANCELEDRay BorgReason: Borg Illness
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GC
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JP
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