UFC’s Luck with Weigh In Day
It’s that time of the week again when the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) discovers if their plans have been successful or if the fights they had hoped for will make it to the Octagon.
A Year of Mixed Luck
Though there have been a few notable cancellations, the UFC has had some good fortune in 2024, with a few periods where all fighters made their weight targets. In recent weeks, however, the situation has been a bit more unsteady, with at least two competitors failing to meet the necessary requirements in each of the last three events.
Fighter Falls Short of Weight Limit
One of the two fighters who missed the cutoff this week by more than a pound was Brazilian featherweight Lucas Alexander. He came in at 148 lbs, which is two pounds over the 146 lb limit for his bout with Jeka Saragih. Saragih, a competitor on the inaugural Road to UFC season, fought his way to the lightweight division.
Conclusion
Despite a few setbacks, the UFC has been relatively successful in terms of making sure fighters meet their weight requirements. With the recent string of fighters not making the mark, the UFC is likely to take a closer look to ensure that all fighters are able to meet the weight limits for their bouts.
