UFC on ESPN 62 Weigh-In Results and Fighter Previews
The highly anticipated UFC on ESPN 62 event is set to deliver an exciting night of fights, and all combatants have successfully made weight. This Friday’s official weigh-in saw every fighter on the card comfortably within their respective weight class limits, ensuring that all scheduled bouts will proceed as planned. Fans can look forward to a full slate of action, highlighted by a compelling middleweight showdown and the culmination of „The Ultimate Fighter“ Season 32.
The Main Event Middleweight Clash
The headline bout features a pivotal middleweight contest between former title challenger Jared Cannonier and the undefeated Caio Borralho. Cannonier, a seasoned veteran with a record of 17 wins and 7 losses in MMA, stepped onto the scales at 184 pounds, comfortably under the championship limit. Borralho, who boasts an impressive 16-1 professional record and a perfect 6-0 mark in the UFC, officially weighed in at 186 pounds. Both fighters are looking to make a statement and climb the middleweight rankings, promising an engaging and potentially explosive matchup for fight night. Their contrasting styles and ambitions set the stage for a must-watch encounter.
The Ultimate Fighter Season 32 Finals Take Center Stage
UFC on ESPN 62 also marks the exciting conclusion of „The Ultimate Fighter“ Season 32, with two championship bouts set to determine the latest winners of the prestigious reality competition. In the middleweight final, Rob Valentin tipped the scales at 185 pounds, while his opponent, Ryan Loder, also made weight at 186 pounds. The featherweight final will see Mairon Santos at 146 pounds facing Kaan Ofli, who came in at 145 pounds. These fights represent the culmination of months of intense training and competition, offering these aspiring fighters a significant platform to launch their UFC careers. The outcome of these finals could significantly impact the future of the featherweight and middleweight divisions.
A Packed Undercard Rounds Out the Event
Beyond the main event and TUF finals, UFC on ESPN 62 boasts a deep and intriguing undercard featuring a mix of established veterans and rising prospects. In women’s strawweight action, Angela Hill, a veteran with a 17-13 MMA record, weighed in at 115.5 pounds, ready to face Tabatha Ricci, who also made weight at 115 pounds. Other notable preliminary card bouts include Neil Magny (170 pounds) against Michael Morales (171 pounds), and Gerald Meerschaert (185 pounds) facing Edmen Shahbazyan (184.5 pounds). The early prelims on ESPN+ also feature exciting matchups, including Dennis Buzukja (155.5) vs. Francis Marshall (156), Jose Medina (186) vs. Zach Reese (184.5), and a women’s bantamweight bout between Jacqueline Cavalcanti (135) and Josiane Nunes (136). The event is stacked with talent from top to bottom, promising a full evening of thrilling mixed martial arts action.
