The UFC Fight Night 232, held at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, featured several bouts across various weight categories including Middleweight, Welterweight, Lightweight, Bantamweight, and Women's Strawweight. The main event saw fighters Brendan Allen and Paul Craig, while the co-feature involved Jake Matthews and Michael Morales. All these fighters successfully made their weight for the event.
However, two fighters, Lucas Alexander and Rafael Estevam, who were lower on the card, missed their weight marks for their respective bouts in the featherweight and flyweight divisions. Both fighters were two pounds overweight. As a result, they were fined 20 percent of their purse, as per the standard procedure in such cases.
The event saw participation from fighters hailing from various countries including the United States, Scotland, Ecuador, Australia, Brazil, Serbia, and Kyrgyzstan. Other fighters on the card included Chase Hooper, Jordan Leavitt, Payton Talbott, and Nick Aguirre among others.
The event was not without its share of predictions and betting tips. Some suggested betting on Paul Craig, Michael Morales, Jordan Leavitt, Amanda Ribas, and Lucie Pudilova, citing their past performances, physical advantages, and fighting styles as reasons for their choices.
Despite the minor hiccup with the weigh-ins, the event proceeded as planned, showcasing the global appeal and competitive nature of the sport.