UFC 323 Weigh-In: Fighter Overweight, Two Title Fights Confirmed

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UFC 323 Weigh-In: Fighter Overweight, Two Title Fights Confirmed

UFC 323 is generating buzz as it approaches, with significant title fights and some weigh-in challenges. The event will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Weigh-In Results for UFC 323

The official weigh-ins have concluded, revealing both triumphs and setbacks among the fighters. Merab Dvalishvili and Alexandre Pantoja successfully made weight, setting the stage for their highly anticipated bouts.

Main Title Fights Summary

Merab Dvalishvili: 135 pounds (bantamweight title rematch against Petr Yan)
Petr Yan: 135 pounds
Alexandre Pantoja: 125 pounds (flyweight title defense against Joshua Van)
Joshua Van: 124.5 pounds

Dvalishvili aims to break records by defending his title four times within a calendar year. Pantoja is looking for his fifth consecutive title defense, which would further cement his legacy in the flyweight division.

Notable Missed Weights

However, the weigh-ins were not without issues. Brunno Ferreira weighed in at 189 pounds, exceeding the middleweight limit by three pounds. This fight against Marvin Vettori will proceed at a catchweight, with Ferreira marking a 20 percent purse penalty for his missed weight.

Additionally, Mairon Santos weighed in at 147.5 pounds for a featherweight bout against Muhammad Naimov, missing the limit by 1.5 pounds. Santos will also face a 20 percent penalty as their fight will take place at catchweight.