This Shanghai event marked the UFC's historic first appearance in Mainland China, having previously only visited Macau. Michael Bisping courageously stepped in on just three weeks' notice to replace Anderson Silva, fighting shortly after losing his Middleweight title to Georges St-Pierre at UFC 217. This would also mark the final UFC fight of BIsping. The card featured several Chinese fighters including Li Jingliang.
Canceled Fights
3 fights canceledAnderson SilvaCANCELEDKelvin GastelumReason: Silva Flagged for Potential USADA...
Cyril AskerCANCELEDJames MulheronReason: Mulheron Potential USADA Violation
Bharat KhandareCANCELEDPingyuan LiuReason: Liu Injury
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