UFC Vancouver Updates | Fight Card & Schedule
- A significant shakeup has occurred in the main event of UFC Fight Night scheduled for October 18th.
- Stepping in to face Reinier de Ridder will be Brendan Allen, currently ranked #11 in the UFC middleweight division.
- Allen brings a formidable grappling skillset to the matchup, holding a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Brendan Allen Steps In to Face Reinier de Ridder at UFC Fight Night Vancouver
A significant shakeup has occurred in the main event of UFC Fight Night scheduled for October 18th. Anthony Hernandez has been forced to withdraw due to an undisclosed injury.
allen Replaces hernandez on Short Notice
Stepping in to face Reinier de Ridder will be Brendan Allen, currently ranked #11 in the UFC middleweight division. Allen earned this opportunity following a dominant “fight of the Night” performance against Marvin Vettori at UFC 318 on July 6, 2024.
A Submission Threat in the Middleweight Division
Allen brings a formidable grappling skillset to the matchup, holding a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He boasts an extraordinary 8-2 record in his last ten fights and currently ranks second in UFC middleweight history for total submissions. This makes him a dangerous opponent for anyone, especially on short notice.
Event Details
UFC Fight Night: De Ridder vs.Allen will be held at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, on Saturday, October 18th. Fans can expect a compelling main event as Allen looks to capitalize on this late opportunity against a seasoned veteran in de Ridder.